5 Indian cricketers who received death threats from the underworld

Cricketers start their careers serving the nation and gain fame by showcasing their skills and unique playing styles to the world. As their popularity grows, they earn admiration from fans and supporters alike. However, with fame often comes danger. Several Indian cricketers have reportedly faced death threats from underworld elements for various reasons. Here let us take a look at five such cricketers who have encountered these threats.

5 Indian cricketers who received death threats from underworld

Sourav Ganguly

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly received death threats warning him not to attend an inter-college cricket meet at Vidyasagar University in Midnapore on January 19, 2017. A letter, addressed to Ganguly’s mother Nirupa and signed by a stranger named Z Alam, warned him against attending the event where he was invited as the chief guest. Ganguly received the letter on January 7 and promptly informed the police and event organizers.

A 39-year-old man, Nirmalya Samanta, was later arrested from Midnapore town in West Midnapore district, West Bengal, for sending the threatening letter. The motive appeared convoluted, Samanta allegedly wanted to prevent Ashish Chakraborty, an MLA from Garbeta, from gaining political mileage by associating with Ganguly.