Ravi Shastri stand at Wankhede Stadium to be unveiled on April 9

MCA to unveil Ravi Shastri Stand; dedicate Wankhede Stadium gates to Sardesai, Solkar and Edulji

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) will honour its cricketing stalwartson Thursday by unveiling the new Ravi Shastri Stand at the Wankhede Stadium and dedicating gates to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji.

MCA to unveil Ravi Shastri Stand on April 9. (PTI)

The unveiling ceremony will be graced by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. MCA President Ajinkya Naik will also be present, alongside Apex Council members, office bearers, and others from the cricketing fraternity.

The decision to honour these legends was approved by the MCA Apex Council at its meeting held in February.

As part of the initiative, the Level 1 Stand below the Press Box at the Wankhede Stadium will be named after former India captain and renowned commentator Ravi Shastri, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Mumbai and Indian cricket as a player, leader and coach.

In addition, Gate No. 3, Gate No. 5, and Gate No. 6 will be formally unveiled as the Dilip Sardesai Gate, Diana Edulji Gate, and Eknath Solkar Gate, respectively, paying tribute to Mumbai stalwarts who have made a lasting impact on Indian cricket.

"We look forward to celebrating their legacy at Wankhede Stadium while inspiring future generations to uphold the same values and strive for greatness."

The initiative underscores MCA's continued commitment to preserving its rich heritage while strengthening the foundation for the future of the sport.