Former greats from India and Pakistan were felicitated by the Bengal Cricket Association to mark 25 years since Pakistan first played an ODI at the Eden Gardens.

Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev are seen here waving to the spectators. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

Navjot Singh Sidhu and Anil Kumble share a jeep ride as the jam-packed stadium gave them a loud cheer. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

The loudest cheer perhaps was reserved for local hero Sourav Ganguly who was his charismatic best. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

The fans show their appreciation for the years of cricketing excellence that the players put on display. It was not restricted to the Indian players only. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

Former greats from across the border who were honoured included Intikhab Alam, Wasim Akram, Rameez Raja and Mushtaq Mohammad. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

Veteran spinner Bishen Singh Bedi is seen here receiving a commemorative tie, a plaque, a shawl and a cheque of Rs.One lakh which was presented to each of the players. (Image courtesy: BCCI)

Sunil Gavaskar is seen here with the commemorative tie presented to him. (Image courtesy: BCCI)