Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:44pm on 17 May 2025,Saturday Sports
On May 16, 2025, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) honored Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma by naming a stand at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium after him. The “Rohit Sharma Stand” at the Divecha Pavilion Level 3 was unveiled in a ceremony attended by dignitaries, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and veteran politician Sharad Pawar. Rohit, visibly emotional, expressed deep gratitude to his parents for their sacrifices, guiding them onto the stage during the event. Teammate Suryakumar Yadav shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, praising Rohit's journey from finisher to opener to captain, and highlighting his humility and leadership. (PC: India Today)
