To commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the Wankhede Stadium, the Mumbai Cricket Affiliation honoured eight surviving members of the first-ever first-class match performed on the iconic venue.
In a gala ceremony on Wednesday, every participant acquired a money reward of Rs 10 lakh, and legends specifically Karsan Ghavri, Padmakar Shivalkar, Milind Rege, Ajit Pai, Abdul Ismail have been felicitated for his or her contribution to Mumbai cricket. Former elected managing committee members have been additionally honoured in the course of the occasion.
Earlier within the day, the affiliation additionally honoured its groundsmen, who’ve ceaselessly remained the unsung heroes. Together with a felicitation ceremony and a particular lunch, the groundsmen additionally had an interactive session with India worldwide and Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane and Dr. Aadil Chagla.
“Throughout matches, each staff expects a high quality pitch and well-maintained floor. Nevertheless, the onerous work of the groundsmen usually goes unrecognized. It’s straightforward to criticise, however few take into account the hassle that goes into their work. Immediately, the MCA has taken a commendable initiative. You, the groundsmen, are important to Mumbai cricket. No matter which groups come to play, your contributions will at all times be vital,” Rahane advised the groundsmen.
Together with a felicitation ceremony and a particular lunch, the groundsmen additionally had an interactive session with India worldwide and Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane and Dr. Aadil Chagla.
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Together with a felicitation ceremony and a particular lunch, the groundsmen additionally had an interactive session with India worldwide and Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane and Dr. Aadil Chagla.
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Because the event coincided with the Polly Umrigar Well being Camp that provided important well being providers to those key contributors to the sport, Dr. Chagla shared insights and recommendation, fostering group bonding and appreciation for the groundsmens’ important function in cricket.
Member of the Maharashtra Meeting Shri Aaditya Thackeray joined as a chief visitor and congratulated the groundsmen, saying: “Wankhede Stadium has had a big impression on cricket in our nation. Practically all high gamers have performed right here at the least as soon as, whether or not in worldwide or home matches. This stadium holds a particular place in Mumbai’s coronary heart….”
The week-long celebration will conclude on Sunday with a particular programme on the iconic venue, which will likely be attended by a number of present and former India and Mumbai cricketers.