MUMBAI: The iconic Wankhede Stadium is set to honor legends of the game, with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Friday announcing that the stand will be named after former India all-rounder Ravi Shastri, alongside gates dedicated to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulja.While the stand will be named in honor of former Mumbai captain Shastri, three different gates of the venue will be named after players from the city.
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“The Apex Council has approved the proposal to name the Level 1 stand under the press box at the iconic Wankhede Stadium after former Indian captain and renowned commentator Ravi Shastri, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Mumbai and Indian cricket, both as a player and coach,” MCA said.The decisions were taken during the MCA apex council meeting here.Wicket No. 3 will be named after Sardesai, who played 30 Tests for India between 1960-61 and 1972-73 and a total of 179 first-class matches.Gate No. 5 will be named in honor of Edulji, who played a total of 20 Tests and 34 ODIs between 1976-1993.Similarly, wicket No. 6 will be named after Solkar, a former all-rounder and one of the best close-in fielders who has appeared in 27 Tests and seven ODIs for India.“Mumbai cricket is built on the foundations laid by our stalwarts. It is our responsibility to honor those who have brought pride to the city and the nation,” MCA president Ajinkya said.“The proposal to name the Level 1 Stand below Press Box after Ravi Shastri is a tribute to his immense contribution as a player, leader and coach.“Similarly, dedicating the gates at the Wankhede Stadium to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji ensures that every fan who enters the stadium is reminded of the legends who shaped our illustrious cricketing heritage.“These decisions reflect MCA’s commitment to celebrating its past while inspiring future generations,” he added.
