Ganguly says playing under pressure tougher than BCCI president's job

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Monday said it was "tougher being a player" than donning hat of an administrator as re is margin for error while batting.

former India captain was speaking during Sportsstar Aces Awards night here.

Asked what was tougher between being a player and BCCI president, Ganguly had hesitation while responding to question.

"It was tougher playing under pressure, because it was one chance while batting, that was lot difficult. Here (as BCCI President) if I make a mistake, I come back next and get it rectified, re if you nicked (Glenn) McGrath outside off stump..." Ganguly said.

From his time to w, he thought pace of game has changed.

Batting great Sunil Gavsakar, who successfully stood up to some of best fast bowlers of all time, also felt administration is easier.

"Yes, I did (hold office of BCCI president) for a couple of months in 2014, when Supreme Court appointed me president of BCCI, IPL, I did it. It was easy," Gavaskar said.

Asked what he felt changed over years in cricket, Gavaskar said fitness.

"I think fitness, y (players) are much fitter than we were playing, much more stronger and y can hit ball a fair distance, (y are) physically fit and agile," Gavaskar said.

Ganguly received best Team of Year Award on behalf of his players, who could t turn up for function as y have a match against Australia here on Tuesday.

"Thank You for giving Indian Test team (Team of Tear award). I am sure all or three teams have equally done well this year (2019). Congratulations to (batting coach) Vikram (Rathour) and boys are t here as y have a game tomorrow," Ganguly, former India captain, said.

"And all best for new year. It's start of a big year, World Cups - men's, women's and U-19, and I hope it goes well," said Ganguly.