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East Bengal vs NorthEast United FC Highlights: East Bengal back to winning ways after a dominating 5-0 victory over the Highlanders

Cleiton Silva and Nanda Kumar scored braces as East Bengal defeated NorthEast United by 5-0 at the Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata.

Dec 4, 2023, 12:07 PM1 min read

Dominant 5-0 victory for East Bengal  SportzPoint
LIVE Updates

Dec 4, 2023, 4:33 PM

East Bengal (5) vs NorthEast United (0) | Full Time

The final whistle blows and East Bengal registers a massive victory. This is the biggest for them in ISL history. A beautiful goal from Borja Herrera gave them the lead and then Cleiton Silva doubled the lead with a good header in the first half. The home side then destroyed the visitors in the second half after Silva and Nanda Kumar completed their brace. NorthEast United got an opportunity to put one goal back with a spot-kick opportunity but failed to convert from the spot.

East Bengal will also be happy with the clean sheet, which has come for them after their opening match against Jamshedpur this season.

Thank you everyone for joining in. That was Abishek Goswami bringing you all the LIVE Updates of the East Bengal vs NorthEast United match from Kolkata. I hope you enjoyed the LIVE Blog. Until next time, keep visiting sportzpoint.com and follow us on our social media channels. The highlights of the match starts below.

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Dec 4, 2023, 4:32 PM

Penalty | 90+4'

Penalty for Northeast United for a foul on Phalguni Singh.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:32 PM

What a miss!! | 90+5'

Nestor Albiach misses from the spot. He hits the woodwork. What a waste of a spotkick that was from Albiach.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:29 PM

Yellow Cards to both sides of players | 90+2'

Redeem (NEUFC) and Rakip (EBFC) see the yellow card for exchanging some words and a scuffle.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:26 PM

Stoppage Time | 90'

Six minutes have been added.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:23 PM

NorthEast United are unable to create anything | 88'

Phillipoteaux tries to create something but the East Bengal defence denies him. East Bengal have dominated the game completely.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:17 PM

Nanda Kumar scores his brace | East Bengal are now 5-0 up | 81'

A simple tap-in from the super sub and Mahesh gets the assist for the goal. East Bengal are destroying NorthEast United completely.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:15 PM

Not on target | 80' 

Souvik wins the ball and Pardo tries to take a shot from a long distance but it goes wide.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:09 PM

Drinks Break | 75'

Cleiton Silva's shot flies way off target. Time for the drinks break.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:09 PM

Nanda Kumar is on different level | 71'

Nanda Kumar is on fire since coming on. Already a goal and an assist for the former Odisha man tonight.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:02 PM

Cleiton Silva scores a brace | 66'

East Bengal are bullying NorthEast at home. Cleiton Silva is on fire. A perfect ball from Nanda and the Brazilian makes no mistake in burying it from close range. NorthEast players are bamboozled and the Red & Gold Brigade fans are enjoying every bit of it.

Dec 4, 2023, 4:00 PM

3rd Goallll for East Bengal | 62'

Goaaaaaal!! Nandha Kumar scores the 3rd East Bengal goal of the match. An excellent ball from Mahesh from the right side and Nandha finishes it expertly. Brilliant football from East Bengal.

Nandha Kumar scores the 3rd East Bengal goal of the match  SportzPoint
Nandha Kumar scores the 3rd East Bengal goal of the match SportzPoint

Dec 4, 2023, 3:55 PM

Borja goes off | 60'

It was needed. Carles Cuadrat doesn't want anything more serious to happen to the player. Pardo comes in to replace the Spaniard.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:51 PM

The Spaniard wants to continue | 57'

Borja seems to be ready to continue.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:50 PM

Pardo set to replace Borja Herrera | 56'

East Bengal's Borja Herrera is down with the back of his head. Blood is pouring down. Pardo is set to replace him.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:43 PM

Early opportunity for East Bengal | 48'

Early Chance for Nandha Kumar. He took the shot but it went straight to Mirshad.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:38 PM

East Bengal (2) vs NorthEast United | 2nd Half Kick Off

Nandha Kumar replaces Vishnu in the second half for East Bengal.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:23 PM

East Bengal (2) vs NorthEast United | Half-Time

The half-time whistle blows and East Bengal go into the break with a comfortable 2-0 lead. A beautiful goal from Borja Herrera gave them the lead and then Cleiton Silva doubled the lead with a good header. This is the first time the Red and Gold brigade has had a 2-goal lead in the ISL this season.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:21 PM

World Class save from Gill | 45+3'

Nestor Roger takes a powerful shot from the free kick but East Bengal keeper Prabhsukhan Gill makes a spectacular save.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:21 PM

Yellow Card for the East Bengal skipper | 45'

Cleiton Silva gets the Yellow Card.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:19 PM

Added time | 45'

5 minutes have been added to the end of the first half

Dec 4, 2023, 3:16 PM

Silva fails to control the ball | 43'

Cleiton Silva gets a good pass but the touch lets the Brazilian down. A better touch could have helped him creating a good opportunity.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:12 PM

Chance for NorthEast United | 37'

Jithin comes in from the right-hand side and takes a left-footed shot with the inside of his foot but it goes wide.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:07 PM

Another opportunity for East Bengal | 33'

Borja with a delightful ball and Nestor somehow manages to clear it.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:03 PM

Corner for East Bengal | 29'

Clieton delivers the corner but nothing comes out from the opportunity.

Dec 4, 2023, 3:01 PM

Forced Substitution | 26'

Harmanjot Khabra is injured and Mohammed Rakip comes in to replace him.

Dec 4, 2023, 2:58 PM

2nd Goalll for East Bengal | 23'

Clieton Silva doubles the lead for East Bengal. Mandar Rao Dessai gets the assist. Mandar sends the cross and Cleiton with the header makes it 2-0 for the Red and Gold Brigade.

Clieton Silva doubles the lead for East Bengal  SportzPoint
Clieton Silva doubles the lead for East Bengal SportzPoint

Dec 4, 2023, 2:52 PM

Goallll for East Bengal | 14'

Borja Herrera finds the back of the net with a stunning long ranger strike. East Bengal are in lead now. A beautiful goal from Borja.

Borja Herrera finds the back of the net to provide East Bengal the lead  Image - X/East Bengal
Borja Herrera finds the back of the net to provide East Bengal the lead Image - X/East Bengal

Dec 4, 2023, 2:44 PM

Chance for East Bengal | 12'

Chance for East Bengal! Mahesh and Vishnu combined and the latter's ball found Mahesh in the box. He cut the ball in for Cleiton but Zabaco made a good sliding tackle to deny the home team.

Dec 4, 2023, 2:40 PM

Opportunity wasted | 6'

Phillipoteaux delivers another free kick but it gets wasted. The visitors are creating lots of early opportunities but they are unable to convert any of that.

Dec 4, 2023, 2:34 PM

Good Start for NorthEast United | 3'

A free kick for the visitors but the ball is rolled in which takes a deflection of a Northeast player and that's a goal kick.

Dec 4, 2023, 2:32 PM

East Bengal vs NorthEast United: 1st Half Kick Off

The match starts in Kolkata. Who will score first?

Dec 4, 2023, 2:28 PM

The match is all set to start

The two teams are coming out of the tunnel.

Dec 4, 2023, 2:19 PM

East Bengal vs NorthEast United 

We are just 10 minutes away from the kickoff in Kolkata.

Players are warming up ahead of the huge clash  SportzPoint
Players are warming up ahead of the huge clash SportzPoint

Dec 4, 2023, 1:56 PM

Starting Lineups


East Bengal:

  • GILL (GK)

  • KHABRA

  • LALCHUNGNUNGA

  • HIJAZI

  • MANDAR

  • SAUL

  • SOUVIK

  • BORJA

  • VISHNU

  • MAHESH

  • CLEITON (C)

NorthEast United FC:

  • MIRSHAD (GK)

  • DINESH

  • ASHEER

  • ZABACO

  • TONDONBA

  • LUE

  • PRAGYAN

  • GANI

  • JITHIN

  • PHILIPPOTEAUX (C)

  • IBSON

  • NESTOR

Dec 4, 2023, 11:59 AM

East Bengal vs NorthEast United FC Head-to-head

Played – 6

East Bengal FC – 1

NorthEast United FC – 3

Dec 4, 2023, 11:59 AM

Hello and welcome everyone to our East Bengal vs NorthEast United FC ISL 2023/24 LIVE Blog from Kolkata. This is Koushik Biswas and Abishek Goswami bringing you all the live updates of the match. East Bengal after no wins in last two months in the league will surely be looking for a win at their home. Meanwhile, NorthEast United, who always had a upper hand over the Maidan Giant from Kolkata, will look to get up the points table after drawing against Bengaluru FC at their home.

The East Bengal vs NorthEast United FC game will be Live Streamed on Jio Cinema and Sports18 on Television. Stay tuned for all the updates of the match. The LIVE Blog starts below.

Dec 4, 2023, 11:59 AM

What the coaches said before the game?

"We have 26 players; we have to find a solution. Everybody is ready to play and I think whoever will play instead of Mohammed Ali Bemammer will do his job well."

Juan Pedro Benali on missing Mohammed Ali Bemammer

"We have to take advantage of the next two games to try to get points at home. In one week, we have the opportunity to be here next Sunday with six more points. That makes a big difference."

Carles Cuadrat on having home advatange

Also Read: East Bengal vs NorthEast United: East Bengal looking to take home advantage in next two games

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Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly. Get the full list and updates of this key preparatory match for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

May 28, 2025, 8:47 AM2 min read

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly

Head coach Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly on May 28, 2025. All the 28 players, who are currently a part of the ongoing camp in Kolkata, will travel to Thailand for the FIFA friendly for the June 4 fixture.

With a crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round on the horizon, the Indian Men's National Football Team is gearing up for a significant test. The squad will leave for Thailand on Wednesday evening for their friendly on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani at 18:00 IST.

Subsequently, the team will depart for Hong Kong on the next day (June 5) for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round fixture.

Kolkata: The Blue Tigers' pre-Thailand training hub

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly | sportzpoint.com
Sunil Chhetri along with the other squad members in Day 2 of training camp in Kolkata. Image | Facebook

The Blue Tigers' intensive training camp kicked off in Kolkata on May 19. The men in Blue underwent six full days of structured training and gym sessions. These were focused on refining patterns, defensive organisation, attacking transitions, and all other crucial elements for the gameplay.

A highlight of the camp was the inclusion of two practice matches:

  • On May 26, the Blue Tigers faced Santosh Trophy Champions Bengal, securing a 2-1 victory. (goal scorers: Brandon Fernandes and Ashique Kuruniyan)
  • On May 27, they faced North 24 Parganas, securing a 3-0 victory. (goal scorers: Sunil Chhetri, Chinglensana Singh Konsham and Udanta Singh Kumam)

Blue Tigers’ 28-member squad for the FIFA Friendly against Thailand

Goalkeepers: Hrithik Tiwari, Vishal Kaith, Gurmeet Singh, Amrinder Singh.

Defenders: Naorem Roshan Singh, Rahul Bheke, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Anwar Ali, Boris Singh Thangjam, Sandesh Jhingan, Asish Rai, Subhasish Bose, Mehtab Singh, Abhishek Singh Tekcham.

Midfielders: Suresh Singh Wangjam, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Udanta Singh Kumam, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Ashique Kuruniyan, Brandon Fernandes, Nikhil Prabhu.

Forwards: Sunil Chhetri, Edmund Lalrindika, Manvir Singh, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Lallianzuala Chhangte.

Head Coach: Manolo Márquez

Assistant Coach: Mahesh Gawali

Assistant Coach: Benito Montalvo

Goalkeeper Coach: Marc Gamon

Strength and Conditioning Coach: José Carlos Barroso

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Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United

Rahul KP, the Indian winger, will play for English Premier League club West Ham United in The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.

May 24, 2025, 6:20 AM2 min read

Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United | sportzpoint.com

In a groundbreaking moment for Indian football, Rahul KP, the dynamic winger of Odisha FC, has been extended a prestigious invitation to represent English Premier League powerhouse West Ham United in the highly anticipated summer edition of The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.

This is the first time in Indian football history that an Indian player will represent a top-division English Premier League club men’s team. This is a monumental achievement not only for Rahul's burgeoning career and Odisha FC but also for the continued growth and recognition of the state of Odisha and Indian football on the international stage.

The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 9, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The tournament boasts a diverse international roster, with participating teams and players hailing from countries including the United Kingdom, Spain, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, and India. The star-studded event will notably feature teams led by legendary footballers such as Luis Nani, Sergio Agüero, and Hope Solo.

Rahul KP will join a distinguished West Ham United squad that includes notable personalities like actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin, former Argentina international Mauro Zárate, and several professional athletes who have represented the United States in the World Indoor Football Cup.

The three group stage games featuring West Ham United will be broadcast live on YouTube channels. Additionally, these matches will be televised live on ESPN.

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AIFF Awards 2025: Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth Shine as Top Players

Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth won the Best Men's and Women's Player of the Year Awards, respectively, in the recently concluded AIFF Awards 2025. Here are all the winners this season.

May 2, 2025, 5:13 PM3 min read

AIFF Awards 2025: Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth Shine as Top Players | sportzpoint.com

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) celebrated the best of Indian football at the AIFF Awards 2025, held today in Bhubaneswar, honouring outstanding players, coaches, referees, and member associations for their contributions during the 2024-25 season.

AIFF Awards 2025: Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth Shine as Top Players | sportzpoint.com
Subhasish Bose recieving the Best Men's Footballer of the Year Award. Image | AIFF
AIFF Awards 2025: Subhasish Bose and Soumya Guguloth Shine as Top Players | sportzpoint.com
Soumya Guguloth won the Women's Footballer of the Year Award. Image | AIFF

The ceremony highlighted the growing competitiveness of Indian football, with Mohun Bagan SG’s Subhasish Bose and East Bengal FC’s Soumya Guguloth crowned Men’s and Women’s Player of the Year, respectively. 

AIFF Awards 2025 Winners

Individual Awards

  • Men's Player of the Year: Subhasish Bose (Mohun Bagan SG, Defender)
    • Recognised for his leadership as captain and stellar performances for Mohun Bagan SG as the mariners became the first team to defend the ISL Shield, along with reclaiming the ISL Cup. Bose kept 13 clean sheets as a defender and scored 6 goals as well. 
  • Women's Player of the Year: Soumya Guguloth (East Bengal FC, Forward)
    • Honoured as the top Indian scorer in the Indian Women’s League (IWL) and a key player for the Blue Tigresses. She helped East Bengal FC win the IWL 2024-25 title.
  • Men's Goalkeeper of the Year: Vishal Kaith (Mohun Bagan SG)
    • Awarded for holding the record for the most clean sheets in Indian Super League (ISL) history. Kaith had a record 15 clean sheets in ISL 2024-25 and conceded only 19 goals across 26 appearances
  • Most Promising Men's Player of the Year: Brison Fernandes (Midfielder)
    • Noted for his midfield mastery and potential as a rising star.
  • Most Promising Women's Player of the Year: Neha (Haryana, Winger)
    • Recognised for her performances, including 2 goals in the SAFF U19 Women’s Championship and 3 goals in the Senior Women’s National Championship.
  • Men's Coach of the Year: Khalid Jamil (Jamshedpur FC)
    • Won for the second consecutive year for leading Jamshedpur FC to the Kalinga Super Cup semifinals.
  • Women's Coach of the Year: Sujata Kar (Sreebhumi FC)
    • Awarded for guiding newly-promoted Sreebhumi FC to a third-place finish in the IWL.
  • Male Referee of the Year: Venkatesh R
    • Acknowledged for consistent officiating on the pitch.
  • Female Referee of the Year: Tekcham Ranjita Devi
    • Recognised for her officiating excellence.
  • Male Referee of the Year: Venkatesh R
  • Male Assistant Referee of the Year: Vairamuthu P

Member Association (MA) Awards

  • Most Successful MA (Club Competitions): Indian Football Association (West Bengal)
    • For dominance in men’s competitions, Mohun Bagan and East Bengal winning major titles.
  • Most Successful MA (NFC Competitions): All Manipur Football Association
    • Recognised for success in the National Football Championships.
  • Best MA for Supporting Women’s Football: Punjab Football Association
    • Honoured for contributions to women’s football development.
  • Best MA for Hosting Most AIFF Competitions: Football Association of Odisha and Goa Football Association
    • For hosting numerous AIFF events.
  • MA with Most Player Registrations (Men’s): Kerala Football Association
    • For the highest number of male player registrations.
  • MA with Most Player Registrations (Women’s): Western India Football Association (Maharashtra)
    • For leading in female player registrations.
  • Special Award for MA Launching New Projects: Gujarat State Football Association
    • For innovative football initiatives.
  • MA with Most Grassroots Activities: Gujarat State Football Association
    • For extensive grassroots programs.
  • MA with Most Youth Tournaments Conducted: Karnataka State Football Association
    • For organising numerous youth tournaments.
  • MA with Most Coaching Courses: Punjab Football Association
    • For conducting the most coaching courses.
  • MA with Most Refereeing Courses: Gujarat State Football Association
    • For leading in referee training programs.
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Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned

Sandipan Das has been one of the most successful players in Kolkata Club Cricket in the last 7-8 years. However, despite performing well, he has not played a single game for Bengal since 2015.

May 1, 2025, 2:48 PM5 min read

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned | sportzpoint.com

Whether with Bhowanipur Club or East Bengal, Sandipan Das has consistently helped his teams win trophies. After achieving numerous victories, including a treble last year with Bhowanipur, the former ICC U-19 World Cup winner is now on the brink of delivering East Bengal's first league trophy in a decade.

Following his man-of-the-match performance in the semi-final against arch-rivals Mohun Bagan, Sandipan Das shared his thoughts in an exclusive interview with Sportz Point. 

"The winning mentally is there since childhood"

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B.

For Sandipan, playing in the final of a championship or winning it is not new; he has been securing trophies since his U-13 days. The Bengal all-rounder attributes his winning mentality to his childhood coach, Debesh Chakraborty, who instilled this mindset in him from an early age.

“I have been winning trophies since childhood. Whether it was the Ambar Roy tournament in U-13s or any other competition, I've always been part of champion teams. Thanks to Debesh Sir, who took me to play in those tournaments, the winning mentality has stayed with me throughout my career,” Sandipan Das told Sportz Point.

Read Also | Bengal Ranji Team in Last Three Seasons: 13 opening combinations, 22 debutants and many more numbers

"If 100 is not enough, I need to score 150"

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B.

After contributing to India's victory in the ICC U-19 World Cup under Unmukt Chand in 2012, Sandipan was fast-tracked into the Bengal team. Just a month after the World Cup, he made his List A debut, followed by his First-Class and T20 debuts.

However, despite showing promise, he struggled to make a significant impact for Bengal and has not played a single game since January 2015. Although he has excelled in the club format and helped his teams win titles nearly every season, Sandipan found himself out of the state team.

"It has been a long time since I played for Bengal. But I do not want to blame anyone for that. I believe I should score 150 if 100 is not enough. That has been my motive. I want to improve every day as a cricketer and leave the rest to God," Sandipan expressed.

"This attitude has also helped me win for my teams. If I think 100 is enough, I might become complacent and get out. Or if I feel that taking just two wickets suffices, I might bowl a loose over. There is no room for complacency in cricket," he added.

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned | sportzpoint.com
Sandipan after his ton vs Mohun Bagan in the semi-final. Image | C.A.B.

A perfect example of this mindset occurred during Sandipan's innings for East Bengal against Mohun Bagan in the C.A.B. First Division Championship semi-final. The match was evenly poised after the first day, and one mistake from Sandipan could have tipped the scales in favor of Mohun Bagan.

At the start of Day 2, Sandipan believed they could reach 450 runs. However, after losing partners, he decided to focus on taking the game deep, even if it meant not scoring a century. Eventually, East Bengal finished with 408 runs, and Sandipan remained unbeaten on 108.

Read Also | Batting, bowling & captaincy - Sandipan Das is ready for a rebirth at the first-class level | Bengal Cricket Exclusive

Monayem+Sandipan = Success in Kolkata Club Cricket

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "If 100 does not work, I will score 150," Sandipan Das doesn't want to leave any stone unturned | sportzpoint.com
Sandipan Das with current East Bengal coach Abdul Monayem. Image collected from Facebook

Such patience and attitude of Sandipan did not develop overnight; they are the result of years of practice, dedication, and guidance from his coaches. In addition to his childhood coach, Abdul Monayem has been a constant support for Sandipan for over a decade.

Monayem is one of the most successful coaches in Kolkata club cricket, who led Bhowanipur Club to three league titles in recent years. Sandipan thrived under Monayem’s guidance, which not only helped him grow as a cricketer but also as a captain of the team.

Currently the coach of East Bengal, Monayem brought Sandipan to join the team this year, aiming for more trophies together. The success in the P. Sen Trophy and reaching the league final after nearly a decade is a testament to their strong camaraderie.

"He (Abdul Monayem) is like a mentor to me. I have been playing under him for more than ten years now. He knows me very well, and I understand his expectations. Sometimes he is like a big brother; other times, he is a friend with a supportive hand on my shoulder. This relationship has allowed him to bring out the best in the players," Sandipan shared.

"Players like Abhishek Das, Agniv Pan, and many others have been together for many years now. This group, under Abdul (Monayem) Sir, has consistently achieved great things because he understands each player, and as a team, we strive to do our best," Sandipan added.

Read Also | Bengal Cricket Exclusive: "We all know this game can make us heroes to the fans," East Bengal's Satyaki Dutta ahead of Kolkata Derby

"I enjoy being around the young kids"

In addition to being one of the top batting all-rounders in Bengal, Sandipan runs a coaching center. This initiative allows him to switch his focus from his own cricketing career and share his knowledge with the next generation.

"I believe this brings out a different side of me. Working with kids and teaching them the basics of cricket is something I love. I truly enjoy being with them," Sandipan stated.

"During my childhood, I did not have access to many facilities here in Jagaddal, so I try to give them as much as I can and share my knowledge," he concluded.

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Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently

Shreyan Chakraborty has been performing under pressure situations with both bat and ball for East Bengal in the last two seasons. The left-arm spinner hopes to gift trophies to the East Bengal fans.

Apr 29, 2025, 8:44 AM6 min read

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com

Shreyan Chakraborty has been one of the most underrated players in Bengal cricket in the last few seasons. The left-arm spinner has silently performed well for East Bengal in the last two seasons and bailed out the Red and Gold brigade from tough situations with bat and ball in hand. 

After helping East Bengal qualify for the C.A.B. First Division Championship final after nearly 10 years, with his 67/4 and 30 (64), Shreyan shared his thoughts with Sportz Point in an exclusive interview. 

Underated? Does it even matter?

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B.

I have already called him underrated at the start of this interview. But does he believe he is underrated? If yes, does he enjoy that tag? 

Well, for Shreyan, it is all about getting the job done. Be it taking the main wicket of the opponent's batting lineup, scoring crucial 40-50 runs or more with the bat in the lower order when the chips are down, or breaking an important partnership, like he did in the Kolkata derby against Mohun Bagan, Shreyan just wants to help East Bengal win. 

But, he knows that at this age of modern cricket, even with the kind of performances he has delivered in the last two seasons, it is time that he breaks the underrated tag.

"Firstly, when you just want to do well for your team, it does not matter whether you are underrated or not. But, yes, when you perform and give your best day in and day out for your team, you obviously love it when people appreciate you and love you. It boosts you as an athlete," Shreyan told Sportz Point. 

Read Also | Women's Cricket Exclusive: Age 14, 5 feet 8 inches tall, bowls left-arm wrist spin; Debjani Das is all set to be Bengal's next cricketing superstar

"I have matured now as a cricketer"

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B.

Shreyan last played for Bengal in his debut season in 2020, and later, he got COVID, which ruled him out of the team. Since then, he has not been able to break the doors of Bengal cricket even with great performances. That is why Shreyan feels that if he had the limelight on him, it might have been easier for him to get that call back to Bengal cricket again. 

"When you have the limelight on you, you get closer to the Bengal team. That is why you perform and give your 200% each day. Everyone wants to play at the highest level and do well there," Shreyan shared.

Shreyan feels he was fortunate enough to represent Bengal at the first-class level in 2020. But he feels that he did not do justice to his talent at that time in the red ball format. However, with age, more games and, most importantly, trophies, Shryean feels he is at his best in terms of maturity and skill to represent Bengal again. 

That is why he calls out to Cricket to give him another chance to play at the highest level. 

"I am fortunate that I got the chance to don that Bengal jersey in 2020. But, be it white ball or red ball, I feel I have matured now as a cricketer and at my best shape to represent Bengal again. I still hope that the team management is looking at my performances and will give me another chance to play for the state," Shreyan expressed.

Read Also | Bengal Cricket: 7 U-19 cricketers from Bengal who can play for India in future

"It is all about winning games for your teams"

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B. 

Even though he has this constant thought of playing for Bengal again, whenever he plays for big clubs like East Bengal, the goal is entirely different for him. According to Shreyan, these big clubs want and expect trophies. To win trophies, you need to win the big moments and do well in pressure situations. That is what he focuses on during his training and match days. 

"When you play for big clubs like East Bengal, there is no chance you think about something other than helping the team to win. That's it. The focus remains on winning big moments, doing well in pressure situations. I think it is the same for everyone in the team," Shreyan stated. 

But, how does he prepare himself for those big situations? For him, it is all about keeping it simple, following the process and being aggressive, without being aggressive.

"Firstly, you need to love being in a pressure situation. I love that. I love being there and taking the team over the line. Be it with ball, bat or fielding. I just try to follow a simple process and mentally be aggressive against any opponent," the 28-year-old left-arm spinner mentioned.

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Adding more value with the bat"

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com
Shreyan pictured during his inning against Mohun Bagan. Image | Collected 

With the ball in hand, Shreyan has been one of Bengal's best in business. But, post 2020, he felt he needed to add more value to the team, and that is why he made a conscious effort to work on his batting and those valuable runs down the order. Throughout the entire season, Shreyan has bailed out East Bengal from tough situations, batting at the lower middle order. 

"I know that I am one of the best in business in the state in terms of bowling left-arm spin or contributing on the field. But, I wanted to have another aspect to my game so that teams could not leave me out due to team combinations."

"That is why I made a conscious effort to work on my batting in the off-season, and it has worked like magic for me. I hope to keep contributing with the bat like I have been doing in recent times." 

On the verge of a great victory

Bengal Cricket Exclusive: Underrated, Calm and Matured Shreyan Chakraborty doing his job for East Bengal silently | sportzpoint.com
Image | C.A.B.

Shreyan and the whole East Bengal team are now on the verge of gifting the fans something that they have not tasted in the last 10 years, a league championship trophy in cricket. But, they will be up against the defending champions, Bhowanipur Club, who have been the best team in Bengal in the last few seasons. 

"The good thing is that we have already tasted success in the P.Sen Trophy. And we have a team that can win from any situation against any team. Bhowanipur is a strong team. How they defeated Kalighat is quite commanding."

"I know it will be a great final against them. I am hopeful that we will be able to gift the fans the trophy they have been waiting for a long time now," Shreyan stated.

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