The Mumbai Cricket Association has named a stand at Wankhede Stadium after former India all-rounder and coach Ravi Shastri. The decision is part of MCA’s tradition of honoring legendary cricketers who have strong connections with Mumbai cricket.
Wankhede Stadium already has stands named after several great players who have represented Mumbai and India. With this announcement, Ravi Shastri’s name has now joined that list.
| Stadium | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
|---|---|
| New honour | Ravi Shastri Stand |
| Named by | Mumbai Cricket Association |
This recognition highlights Shastri’s long association with Mumbai cricket and his contributions as a player, commentator, and coach.
Legends Already Honoured at Wankhede
Over the years, the Mumbai Cricket Association has named several stands after iconic cricketers.
| Cricketer | Recognition at Wankhede |
|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar | Stand named in his honour |
| Sunil Gavaskar | Stand named in his honour |
| Dilip Vengsarkar | Stand named in his honour |
| Rohit Sharma | Stand named in his honour |
| Ravi Shastri | Newly announced stand |
The addition of Shastri’s name further strengthens the stadium’s connection with Mumbai’s cricket history.
Sanjay Manjrekar’s Social Media Comment
After the announcement, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar shared a comment on social media that quickly caught attention.
In his post, he wrote that the Mumbai Cricket Association should also keep some stands and gates available for future players and management to name later.
| Platform | X (formerly Twitter) |
|---|---|
| Post theme | Light comment about naming stands |
| Reaction | Fans discussed the remark widely |
Many fans saw the message as a light, humorous remark. However, the timing of the post led to discussions online, with some interpreting it as a playful dig.
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Ravi Shastri Shares Emotional Memories
Ravi Shastri responded warmly to the honour and spoke about his early memories of Wankhede Stadium.
He recalled visiting the stadium for the first time when he was just 12 years old. At that time, he travelled by bus and train to reach the ground and watched the game from the North Stand.
| Year of first visit | 1974 |
|---|---|
| Age at the time | 12 years |
| Seating area | North Stand |
Shastri described the North Stand as a lively area where students, coaches, and cricket lovers gathered to watch matches and discuss the game.
A Special Moment for Shastri’s Family
Shastri said that having a stand named after him at Wankhede feels like a dream come true.
He shared that the honour means a lot not only to him but also to his family. According to Shastri, his mother is especially proud of the achievement.
He explained that his family and close friends will be present to celebrate the moment. Many of his old teammates from school, college, and domestic cricket are also expected to share the occasion.
| People celebrating with Shastri | Family, friends, former teammates |
|---|---|
| Special mention | His mother’s pride in the honour |
The announcement of the Ravi Shastri Stand has brought both celebration and conversation among cricket fans.
Shastri’s emotional memories of the stadium highlight his deep connection with Mumbai cricket. At the same time, Manjrekar’s social media comment added a light but widely discussed moment to the story.
Wankhede Stadium remains one of India’s most iconic cricket venues, and the new stand named after Ravi Shastri adds another chapter to its rich history.
