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Wankhede Stadium will honour Indian cricket legends, as the Mumbai Cricket Association announced on Friday that a stand will be named after former India all-rounder Ravi Shastri. Gates will also be dedicated to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji.
Additionally, the contributions of three legendary Mumbai cricketers will be acknowledged through the naming of gates.
"The Apex Council approved a proposal to name Level 1 Stand below the Press Box at the iconic Wankhede Stadium after former India captain and renowned commentator Ravi Shastri, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Mumbai and Indian cricket, both as a player and as a coach," the MCA said.
The decisions were taken during an apex council meeting of the MCA here.
The stadium's Gate No. 3 will bear the name of Dilip Sardesai, a stalwart of Indian cricket who represented the country in 30 Tests and amassed a first-class career spanning 179 matches.
Meanwhile, Gate No. 5 will pay tribute to the trailblazing Diana Edulji, whose own outstanding international career comprised 20 Tests and 34 ODIs.
Gate No. 6 will be named after Solkar, a former all-rounder and one of the best close-in fielders who played in 27 Tests and seven ODIs for India.
"Mumbai cricket is built on the foundation laid by our stalwarts. It is our responsibility to honour those who have brought pride to the city and the nation," MCA president Ajinkya said.
"The proposal to name Level 1 Stand below Press Box after Ravi Shastri is a tribute to his immense contribution as a player, leader and coach.
"Similarly, dedicating gates at (the) Wankhede Stadium to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar and Diana Edulji ensures that every fan who walks into the stadium is reminded of the legends who shaped our glorious cricketing heritage.
"These decisions reflect MCA's commitment to celebrating its past while inspiring future generations," he added.