Ravi Shastri to have stand named after him at Wankhede Stadium

The Mumbai Cricket Affiliation (MCA) has accepted the proposal to have a stand named after Ravi Shastri on the Wankhede Stadium. The Stage 1 Stand under the Press Field shall be named after the previous India captain. The choice was confirmed on the MCA Apex Council assembly on February 27 (Friday).  

Shastri, who performed 80 Exams and 150 ODIs for India, represented Mumbai in home cricket. He was India’s head coach from 2017 to 2021, a interval through which India completed as runners-up of the Champions Trophy 2017, semi-finalists of the ODI World Cup 2019, and endured a league-stage exit within the T20 World Cup 2021. Shastri additionally oversaw India’s maiden Check collection in Australia in 2018-19, adopted by one other win in 2020-21.

“It’s in recognition of his excellent contribution to Mumbai and Indian cricket, each as a participant and as a coach,” the MCA stated in an announcement.

Moreover, the Apex Council additionally inexperienced signalled the naming of three gates of the stadium after former India cricketers Dilip Sardesai (Gate No. 3), Eknath Solkar (Gate No. 6) and Diana Edulji (Gate No. 5).

“These legends have performed a pivotal function in strengthening Mumbai’s wealthy cricketing legacy and have made immense contributions to Indian cricket on the highest degree. The initiative goals to completely commemorate their achievements and encourage future generations of cricketers and followers visiting the stadium,” the MCA stated.

MCA president Ajinkya Naik stated:

“Mumbai cricket is constructed on the muse laid by our stalwarts. It’s our accountability to honour those that have introduced pleasure to town and the nation. Naming the Stage 1 Stand under the Press Field after Ravi Shastri is a tribute to his immense contribution as a participant, chief and coach.

“Equally, dedicating gates at Wankhede Stadium to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji ensures that each fan who walks into the stadium is reminded of the legends who formed our superb cricketing heritage. These choices replicate MCA’s dedication to celebrating its previous whereas inspiring future generations.”

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