Team’s failure a collective responsibility, says John Buchanan

Kolkata Knight Riders’ coach John Buchanan said captain Brendon McCullum should not be made the scapegoat for the team’s dismal performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Buchanan, who drew flak for replacing Sourav Ganguly with McCullum as captain of the side, called it a collective failure.
“Brendon came into the tournament as captain under fire because [...]

Sourav Ganguly frustrated, pained by Knights’ plight

The pain was writ large all over his face. Sourav Ganguly was trying to come to terms with another defeat in the last over (againstĀ  Kings XI on Sunday), but it was evident that he was struggling. In fact, he has seldom looked as troubled as he did on Sunday evening.
“We’re not losing in the [...]

McCullum to replace Ganguly at Kolkata Knight Riders: Reports

John Buchanan had his way, as Kolkata Knight Riders decided to have new captain for their first match against Deccan Chargers on April 19 in the Indian Premier League.
According to the reports, New Zealand wicketkeeper Brendon McCullum is set to replace Sourav Ganguly at KKR.
Ganguly, who led the Knight Riders last year, was miffed after [...]