Sourav Ganguly turns 49: Former team mates celebrate 'Dada ka junoon' as wishes pour in on birthday

Sourav Ganguly celebrated his 49th birthday on Thursday and his former team mates led the way on social media in celebrating the legacy of the individual who is considered one of the most successful Indian captains of all time.

Former India captain and current president of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Sourav Ganguly celebrated his 49th birthday on Thursday. Considered one of the most successful Indian captains of all time, wishes poured in on the occassion, led by his former India team mates. Happy birthday my Captain ???? @SGanguly99 Love Always #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/7fGiW7P8sK Few could match Dada ka Junoon, Dada ka Iraada .May you be in good health and spirits always Dada. #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/6Ogg6LLN5z Many more happy returns of the day @SGanguly99 . May you be gifted with life’s biggest joys and never-ending bliss. Wishing you a great year ahead. #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/O2SXZjHaMp When Dada led you on to the field, you somehow felt taller. Happy Birthday to the captain who patted your back when you did well and put a hand around your shoulder when you didn’t. #DadaBornleader @SGanguly99 pic.twitter.com/FVRaHySnFI Shubho Jonmodin Dada ?? @SGanguly99Can never forget my debut for India under your captaincy and your support.Have a great one! pic.twitter.com/xajDs91g7T He took charge of Indian cricket in its darkest hour and led Indian cricket to a new dawn. Happy Birthday to the ultimate leader of men @SGanguly99 #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/EUo6FjylQv Here's wishing former #TeamIndia captain & current BCCI President @SGanguly99 a very happy birthday. ?? ?? pic.twitter.com/PagJYlhpdH ?? Third-fastest to 10,000 ODI runs?? Highest individual score for India at the Men’s @cricketworldcup 183?? Captained India to 11 wins in 28 overseas TestsHappy birthday to @SGanguly99 ?? pic.twitter.com/d7C1oO9Rmp Ganguly was captain of India for five years, during which time India reached the final of the 2003 World Cup and beat the all-conquering Australian team in the thrilling 2000/01 Test series at home. The series included a win that came after India were forced to follow-on, making the team only the third in the history of Test cricket to win from that situation.