Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Rohit Sharma to attend MCA's stand reveal ceremony at Wankhede Stadium

IANS May 15, 2025 319 views

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and cricket legend Rohit Sharma are set to attend an unveiling ceremony at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium. This event will mark the dedication of stands named after cricket stalwarts Sharad Pawar, Rohit Sharma, and Ajit Wadekar, as well as the MCA Office Lounge in memory of former president Amol Kale. The Mumbai Cricket Association President Ajinkya Naik emphasized the legacy and contributions of these figures to Mumbai’s cricketing heritage. The dedication serves as a tribute to those who have significantly contributed to elevating Mumbai's cricket scene.

"These stands shall echo the legacy of Mumbai’s cricketing spirit." - Ajinkya Naik
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Rohit Sharma to attend MCA's stand reveal ceremony at Wankhede Stadium
Mumbai, May 15: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and former India captain Rohit Sharma will attend the Mumbai Cricket Association's (MCA) stand reveal ceremony at Wankhede Stadium on Friday.

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Devendra Fadnavis and Rohit Sharma to attend Wankhede event

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Ceremony honors Mumbai cricket legacy

As part of the event, the MCA will officially unveil Sharad Pawar Stand, Rohit Sharma Stand, Ajit Wadekar Stand, and the MCA Office Lounge in memory of the former MCA president Amol Kale.

"The Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis will attend the Mumbai Cricket Association’s (MCA) Stand Reveal Ceremony at the Wankhede Stadium on Friday," the MCA said in a statement.

"In addition to the Chief Minister, the ceremony will be attended by the MCA president Ajinkya Naik, members of the Apex Council, former MCA president Sharad Pawar and India captain Rohit Sharma," it added.

Earlier, the MCA unanimously approved the decision to rename Divecha Pavilion Level 3 as Rohit Sharma Stand, Grand Stand Level 3 as Sharad Pawar Stand, Grand Stand Level 4 as Ajit Wadekar Stand at the Wankhede Stadium in its 86th Annual General Meeting last month.

"These stands and this lounge shall forever echo the legacy of those who built Mumbai’s cricketing spirit - brick by brick, run by run," MCA president Naik had said.

Rohit, who recently retired from Test cricket, has been a stalwart of Mumbai cricket and has successfully captained India to successive ICC trophies with the T20 World Cup 2024 and Champions Trophy 2025 triumphs.

The opening batter has represented India from as early as 2007 and was a part of the side that won the 2007 T20 World Cup. He has represented the nation in 159 T20Is, 273 ODIs and 67 Test matches. He called the curtains on his T20I career after the World Cup victory in Barbados last year.

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Rajesh K.
Rohit Sharma truly deserves this honor! 🏏 From leading India to multiple ICC trophies to being Mumbai's pride, he's been phenomenal. Though I wonder if renaming stands so frequently diminishes the prestige over time? Just a thought.
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Priya M.
What a wonderful way to honor cricketing legends! Sharad Pawar and Ajit Wadekar have contributed so much to Maharashtra cricket. And Rohit - our Hitman! Wankhede will now have stands echoing with their legacy. Can't wait to visit!
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Amit S.
While I appreciate honoring cricketers, shouldn't we also name stands after lesser-known contributors who built Mumbai cricket from grassroots? The ground staff, coaches, and local club organizers deserve recognition too.
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Sunita R.
Rohit Sharma stand at Wankhede - bas itna sa khwaab hai! As a Mumbaikar and cricket lover, this makes me so proud. He's given us countless memories, especially those sixes that landed in the stands now named after him 😍
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Vikram J.
Good initiative but hope the ceremony doesn't become too political with CM's presence. Cricket administration should remain independent. That said, congrats to Rohit - the man who made pull shots look effortless!
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Neha P.
Ajit Wadekar's contribution often gets overlooked in today's cricket discussions. Glad to see him being honored - that man laid the foundation for India's overseas Test successes. More youngsters should know about his legacy.

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