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Wankhede Pays Tribute to Asha Bhosle with Silence, Black Armbands in IPL

The Wankhede Stadium observed a minute's silence before the MI vs RCB IPL 2026 match to honor the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at age 92. The Mumbai Indians team wore black armbands as a mark of condolence, while the stadium sound system played her iconic songs during breaks. The cricket fraternity, including former players, expressed deep sadness and paid rich tributes on social media. Her last rites are scheduled to be held at Mumbai's Shivaji Park.

Key Points: IPL 2026: Asha Bhosle Tributed at Wankhede Stadium

  • Minute's silence observed at Wankhede
  • MI players wore black armbands
  • Iconic songs played during match breaks
  • Cricket fraternity pays tributes online
  • Last rites to be held at Shivaji Park
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IPL 2026: Tributes paid to Asha Bhosle at Wankhede ahead of MI v RCB clash

Mumbai Indians and RCB observe a minute's silence and wear black armbands to honor legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at 92.

"Her voice wasn't just music; it was emotion that touched generations. - Jhulan Goswami"

Mumbai, April 12

The Wankhede Stadium on Sunday paid tributes to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle by observing a minute's silence before the start of the Mumbai Indians versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru match in the Indian Premier League 2026.

The sizable crowd in the stadium, along with the players, observed a minute's silence, just before the umpires stepped into the field to signal the start of the match. The Mumbai Indians team is sporting black armbands as a mark of condolence for the legendary singer who passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday.

Asha Bhosle, along with her elder sister Lata Mangeshkar, has been a huge fan and supporter of Indian cricket.

The cricket fraternity reacted with shock to the news of the passing of Asha Bhosle, with many players taking to social media to pay their tributes to the legendary singer whose voice has provided them solace to them through her mesmerising silken voice for over seven decades.

As Royal Challengers Bengaluru batted first, the sound system in the stadium played many iconic songs sung by Asha Bhosle during breaks -- the longish ones like at the end of the Power-play.

The Indian cricket fraternity mourned Asha Bhosle's passing, saying her timeless voice will never fade and her melodies will echo forever.

The singer was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday. Ashish Shelar, the Culture Minister of Maharashtra, made the announcement outside the hospital. Her last rites will be held at Shivaji Park on Monday at 4:00 pm.

"Saddened by the demise of legendary Asha Bhosle Ji. Her elegance and incomparable talent will always remain in our memories! Men's head coach Gautam Gambhir shared on X.

"Grew up listening to her voice... and it never got old. Asha Bhosle ji will always remain timeless. Om Shanti," former India opener Shikhar Dhawan said,

"Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Asha Bhosle ji. Her voice wasn't just music; it was emotion that touched generations. An irreplaceable loss for Indian music. Rest in peace," former India pacer Jhulan Goswami wrote on X.

"Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Asha Bhosale Ji. A voice that will never fade and a legacy that will always be remembered for her contribution to Indian music. Thoughts & prayers with her loved ones," former India spinner Anil Kumble wrote.

- IANS

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Rohit P
End of an era. First Lata ji, now Asha ji. It feels like we are losing the pillars of our cultural heritage. Glad the cricket world paused to honour her. She was a true fan of the game.
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David E
As an expat living in Mumbai, this news hits hard. Her music was my gateway to understanding India. A minute of silence at a roaring IPL match shows how deeply she was loved. Respect.
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Aman W
While the tribute was good, I wish they had done more. Maybe a special musical performance before the match? Just a minute of silence feels a bit minimal for a legend of her stature.
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Shreya B
My nani used to play her songs all the time. "Piya Tu Ab To Aaja" was her favourite. This tribute made me emotional. Her voice truly is timeless. Gone but never forgotten. ❤️
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Karthik V
MI and RCB putting rivalry aside for this moment is what sport is all about. Her songs have been played in stadiums for decades. A fitting farewell from the cricket community she loved.

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