Kolkata: Veteran wicket-keeper batsman Wriddhiman Saha, who is playing the final match of his glorious career, was felicitated by CAB president Snehasish Ganguly at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.
Wriddhiman, who will call time on his career after the Ranji match against Punjab, has been a stalwart for Bengal cricket.
Prior to the start of the match, CAB President congratulated Wriddhiman saying, “It has been a wonderful and inspiring career. To make his debut in 2007 and play this long is incredible. I congratulate him and wish him all the best.”
Wriddhiman was presented a signed Bengal team jersey from the Senior team members, a flower bouquet and a shawl.
“It has been a memorable journey for me. From Bengal Under-19 days to playing for senior team had been a dream come true for me. It has surely been a joyful ride for me. I had memorable and wonderful memories throughout my playing career," Wriddhiman said.
"For Bengal and Indian national team, I have created numerous memories and stories which will remain with me forever,” he added.
Speaking on Saha, Bengal head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla said “He has been incredible for Bengal for a long time, both with the bat, behind the stumps and as a leader. I wish him the best for the final match. I have told him to bat and play freely.”