Sourav Ganguly underwent an angioplasty to remove blockages in his arteries ©Getty Images

Former India captain and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly is set to be discharged from hospital tomorrow as he recovers from surgery following a heart attack.

Ganguly was rushed to Kolkata's Woodlands Hospital on January 2 after complaining of chest pains while exercising.

The 48-year-old then underwent a heart procedure, called an angioplasty, on January 3 after doctors found three blockages in his arteries.

Dr Rupali Basu, managing director and chief executive of the hospital, said Ganguly was "doing well" and would now be monitored by doctors and nurses on a "daily basis at home".

"He slept well, he had his breakfast, he spoke to us and he's seen by his team of doctors," said Basu in a report by ESPN.

"Dr Devi Shetty is here and he has not only spent time with Sourav, but also with the team of doctors physically today.

"We reconfirm the consensus decision from the very experienced medical board with 13 members and two expert opinions that we have decided that Sourav will be discharged from the hospital tomorrow.

"He will be on oral medications and will be monitored by doctors and nurses on a daily basis at home.

"Sourav will of course be ready for the next course of procedures or medical interventions after about two to three weeks."

Sourav Ganguly, who captained India between 2000 and 2005, is set to recover at home after his ordeal ©Getty Images
Sourav Ganguly, who captained India between 2000 and 2005, is set to recover at home after his ordeal ©Getty Images

Basu claimed Ganguly had a family history of heart disease and revealed the former batman had also tested negative for COVID-19.

Asked whether Ganguly had any heart damage, Shetty said: "No.

"He had a blockage and he was getting some discomfort, but at the right time he landed in the right hospital and he had the right treatment.

"His heart is today as strong as it was when Sourav was 20 years old.

"I want everyone to understand that he didn't have a major cardiac event which has damaged his heart.

"He has a very, very strong heart."

Ganguly scored 7,212 runs in 113 Test matches for India and captained his country between 2000 and 2005.

He was elected President of the BCCI in October 2019 and is India’s representative on the International Cricket Council Board.

Last month, the BCCI offered its support in principle to a campaign for cricket to be included in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

The BCCI is regarded as cricket's most powerful national governing body, and oversees the Indian Premier League franchise tournament, so its support is vital if cricket is to feature at future Games.