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East Bengal vs Punjab FC Highlights | The Red & Gold Brigade plays an annoying 0-0 draw against Punjab

Both teams created plenty of opportunities but failed to convert those as the East Bengal vs Punjab FC ended in a 0-0 draw.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:24 PM1 min read

End to End action but the East Bengal vs Punjab FC match ended in a 0-0 draw.  Image - ISL/Twitter
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Dec 9, 2023, 4:29 PM

ISL 2023/24: East Bengal (0) vs Punjab FC (0) - Full-Time

Both sides played counter-attacking style football but were not clinical enough in front of goal. EBFC were more dominant in the later stages of the game but Punjab FC held its ground and defended well to keep it goalless.

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Dec 9, 2023, 4:22 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC | 90+1'

Six minutes of stoppage time.

Dec 9, 2023, 4:22 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC | 90'

EBFC now controls the game but Punjab are doing their best to keep the scoreline level.

Dec 9, 2023, 4:20 PM

Brilliant defending from Suresh | 86'

Cleiton Silva shoots the ball but is blocked by Suresh. The ball lands back into Cleiton's feet who strikes the ball again and is yet again blocked by Suresh. Brilliant defending from the Punjab FC defender.

Dec 9, 2023, 4:15 PM

Opportunity wasted | 83'

Vishnu beat a couple of defenders inside the box and had an empty goal in front of him, but hit the ball wide. The biggest chance of the game and East Bengal have wasted the opportunity. 

Dec 9, 2023, 4:11 PM

Substitution for EBFC | 80'

Siverio replaces Saul.

Dec 9, 2023, 4:08 PM

The scoreline remains 0-0 | 78'

East Bengal have dominated the possession but Punjab have played brilliantly off the ball and made some good opportunities for themselves.

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Dec 9, 2023, 4:04 PM

Offside | 72'

Juan Mera finds the ball on the left completely unmarked and tries to find Daniel but is caught offside.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:58 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC | 65'

Rakip gets the ball at the edge of the box on the right but the winger takes too much time and ultimately the ball goes away for a corner.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:54 PM

Double Substitution for Punjab FC | 60'

Madih Talal and Daniel Lalhlimpuia come in to replace Luka Majcen and Krishnananda Singh.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:51 PM

Huge chance to get the lead | 59'

Juan Mera plays a beautiful cross from the right to Krishna who heads the ball powerfully straight towards the keeper. The score remains 0-0 at the Salt Lake Stadium.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:46 PM

Disappointing from Nikhil Prabhu | 54'

Nikhil Prabhu's long shot goes way over the bar for a goal-kick. 

Dec 9, 2023, 3:43 PM

Silva's header goes over the bar | 48'

East Bengal plays the corner into the dangerous area toward the near-post as Cleiton Silva heads it, but it goes over the cross-bar.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:36 PM

ISL 2023/24: East Bengal vs Punjab FC - Second Half Kick Off

The ref blows the whistle and the second begins.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:22 PM

ISL 2023/24: East Bengal (0) vs Punjab FC (0) - Half-Time

The score is level in the first 45 with both sides creating plenty of opportunities. East Bengal started off brilliantly, dominating the possession and controlling the tempo of the game but Punjab got back into the game and created some great chances.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:19 PM

Good move by Punjab | 45+1'

Krishna finds Lhungdim in the box but the keeper touches it and pushes it away.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:14 PM

Prabhu sees the yellow card | 41'

Nikhil Prabhu gets a yellow as he hits Saul in the face accidentally with his arm.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:10 PM

Mera hits the crossbar | 36'

Juan Mera cuts in the from right and curls the ball in from the edge of the- box. The ball beats the keeper and hits the woodwork.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:06 PM

Brilliant defending from Chatazisaias | 31'

Borja almost finds Cleiton Silva's in-behind run but is intercepted by Chatazisaias.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:03 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC | 27'

Lhungdim dribbles into the box and cuts inside to take a shot but the shot is blocked and out for a corner.

Dec 9, 2023, 3:00 PM

East Bengal are strong at the back | 25'

Mera plays to Luca who passes it ahead to Lhungdim deep in East Bengal's half but the cross is cleared away by the back line.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:53 PM

Punjab on the counter-attack | 18'

Punjab breaks into a counterattack as Krishna finds the ball near the box but his cross is blocked away for a corner.

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East Bengal vs Punjab Fc SportzPoint

Dec 9, 2023, 2:50 PM

Penalty shout | 16'

Cleiton Silva claims to be brought down in the box during a corner but no penalty given.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:46 PM

Opportunity wasted | 13'

Nishu, Mahesh, and Silva form a great chance from the right but Cleiton Silva's shot is blocked.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:42 PM

Zero creativity in the opposition box | 10'

Cleiton and Mahesh play a quick one-two around Punjab's box but nothing comes out of the play.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:38 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC | 5'

Punjab is slowly growing into the game.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:36 PM

Good Start for East Bengal | 3'

East Bengal have started just like they did in the NorthEast game.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:31 PM

ISL 2023/24: East Bengal vs Punjab FC - 1st Half Kick Off

East Bengal kicks off and gets a free kick right away.

Nothing comes out of the free kick as the ball goes out of play for a goal kick.

Dec 9, 2023, 2:28 PM

Kick Off Soon

Dec 9, 2023, 2:20 PM

ISL 2023/24: East Bengal vs Punjab FC - Starting XI


East Bengal:

  • Prabhsukhan Gill

  • Hijazi Maher

  • Lalchungnunga

  • Mandar Dessai

  • Nishu Kumar

  • Saul Crespo

  • Borja Herrera

  • Souvik Chakraborty

  • Cleiton Silva

  • Naorem Mahesh Singh

  • Nandha Kumar Sekar

Punjab FC:

  • Kiran Chemjong Limbu

  • Dimitrios Chatziisaias

  • Nongmeikapam Suresh Meitei

  • Nitesh Darjee

  • Khaiminthang Lhungdim

  • Nikhil Prabhu

  • Ashish Pradhan

  • Khungdongbam Krishananda Singh

  • Tekcham Singh

  • Luka Majcen

  • Juan Mera

Dec 9, 2023, 2:20 PM

Match Details

Dec 9, 2023, 2:20 PM

East Bengal vs Punjab FC: Preview

Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata will host the East Bengal vs Punjab FC game in the ISL 2023/24 season. East Bengal are flying high after their 5-0 victory against NorthEast United. Consistency is key if the Red & Gold Brigade aims to move up the table. They have to use that momentum to give a brilliant performance against Punjab.

A win is necessary for East Bengal to build on a winning run during this period. A draw could be a disappointing result that holds them back from getting into the playoffs spot, while a loss will spoil everything they tried to make up with that NorthEast United win.

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They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC

From domestic league titles to European glory, they have won it all. With the recent addition of the UEFA Conference League 2025 to complete their historic collection; here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC for you to explore!

May 29, 2025, 3:11 PM3 min read

They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com

In the world of football, few clubs stand out like Chelsea FC. Their trophy cabinet tells a story of incredible success, proving that they have truly won it all!

With their recent UEFA Conference League 4-1 victory over Real Betis, Chelsea completed a historic sweep of all major UEFA titles.

Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC that defines their successful journey in the football world. Take a look.

European Royalty: Conquering the Continent

Chelsea won the UEFA champions league 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the trophy of UEFA Champions League 2021 after their 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the final. Image | Twitter

Chelsea have battled across the continent's most prestigious stages and won every major UEFA club trophy, a feat few clubs can claim.

Their crowning achivements including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, notable defeating Bayern Munich [1-1 (4-3 pens)] in 2012 and Manchester City (1-0) in 2021.

Beyond the Champions League, Chelsea also lifted the UEFA Europa League twice (2013, 2019), and the now-defunct UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1971, famously against Real Madrid in the replay, and also in 1998.

Additionally, two UEFA Super Cup victories (1998, 2021) further highlight their continental dominance.

The collection was completed with their 2025 UEFA Conference League triumph, where Chelsea FC beat Real Betis 4-1 in the final.

The domestic dominance of Chelsea FC

Chelsea won the FA Cup in 1997 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea lifting their second FA Cup title in 1997 after defeating Middlesbrough (2-1) in the final. Image | Facebook

Beyond their European conquests, they have also established as masters of England by securing highest domestic honors.

The Blues clinched the First Division/Premier League title and impress six times (1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017) along with eight FA Cup victories (1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018). This makes them the competition's most successful team.

Their domestic dominance also extends to League Cup, which they have won five times in the following years: 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015.

Completing the Set: Global and Historic Honors

Chelsea FC won the FIFA Club World Cup in 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy after their 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in 2021. Image | Wikipedia

Chelsea's trophy cabinet truly lives upto the "won it all" status by having a collection of unique, historical, and global titles.

The FIFA Club World Cup win over Palmeiras (2-1) in 2021, made them only London club to win the Champions League as well as FIFA Club WC.

Further adding to their phenomenal collection are four Charity/Community Shield triumphs (1955, 2000, 2005, 2009), which mark their traditional early-season dominance.

As we move down to the final count, Chelsea also holds two Full Members' Club Victories (1986, 1990).

A look at Chelsea's Trophy Cabinet:

Competition  Total Years
UEFA Champions League  2 2012, 2021
First Division/Premier League 6 1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017
FA Cup 8 1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018
League Cup 5 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015
UEFA Europa League  2 2013, 2019
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup 2 1971, 1978
UEFA Conference League 1 2025
FIFA Club World Cup 1 2021
UEFA Super Cup  2 1998, 2021
Charity/Community Shield 4 1955, 2000, 2005, 2009
Full Members' Club 2 1986, 1990

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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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