The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is set to inaugurate the newly constructed Sharad Pawar Stadium inside the premises of the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This stadium will feature a museum that displays priceless items belonging to players who have previously played for Mumbai and India.
The museum just got its most valuable items, as Indian ODI skipper Rohit Sharma donated his iconic 2023 World Cup signed jersey and bat. MCA President Ajinjya Naik revealed the news in an exclusive interaction with Mid-day news.
“There are several things that many greats of Mumbai and Indian cricket have donated to the museum. India captain Rohit Sharma has donated his jersey and bat from the 2023 ODI World Cup, and they will soon be put on display here,” Naik said.
Mumbai Cricketers Contribute Gear as MCA Museum Opens to Public
It's not only Rohit Sharma, but other Mumbai cricketers have also donated their cricketing gear, and the museum is now open to the public after the inauguration of the stadium.
The museum itself promises a diverse collection of books in its library on the first floor. This library holds a rare and unique selection of cricket literature that you won’t find in any other bookstore in Mumbai.
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Historic Flooring and Replica Dressing Room Enhance Museum Experience
The flooring of the museum is made using historic tiled mats, giving the space a rich and
timeless feel. With spotlights highlighting original player jerseys, the first floor also features a replica dressing room. Visitors can get a feel of the professional dressing room atmosphere as soon as they step inside.
Notably, the stadium also features a statue of the legendary Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar, which is placed outside the museum as a symbol of tribute to the little master, who is from Mumbai.
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