New Delhi, July 8 -- Former India opener Virender Sehwag paid a heartfelt tribute to former captain Sourav Ganguly on his 54th birthday on Wednesday, recalling the iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord's that became one of the defining images in Indian cricket history.

Sharing a post on X, Sehwag celebrated Ganguly's fearless leadership and the unforgettable moment from the 2002 NatWest Series final that symbolised a new era for Indian cricket.

"There are two kinds of people in the world. Those who wear shirts. And those who take off their shirt and make history. That day, the whole of India felt it--yes, brother, now we're in it too. Happy Birthday, Dada @SGanguly99. That Lord's balcony is still open today. #HappyBirthdayDada," Sehwa...