An important ceremony was organized today at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. ‘Ravi Shastri Stand’, ‘Dilip Sardesai Gate’, ‘Diana Edulji Gate’ and ‘Eknath Solkar Gate’ were inaugurated by Mumbai Cricket Association in honor of former cricketers. The program was inaugurated by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, while Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar was present as the chief guest.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis while addressing the program said, I am speaking at the end, but don’t worry, I am not going to get out soon. We are celebrating our players today. His memory will remain forever… and I am proud of the fact that this is happening at Wankhede.
‘Sunil Gavaskar’s technique without helmet was brilliant’
The Chief Minister said that our EPL – Election Premier League is going on… hence the program took time. These are the people who have enriched Indian cricket. Devendra Fadnavis said that Sunil Gavaskar Saheb is the best… His technique without helmet was brilliant. Dilip Vengsarkar Sahab played well in any situation.
Ravi Shastri has always been a champion- Fadnavis
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis further said in the program that Eknath Solkar was the best fielder. Dilip Sardesai… Vijay Merchant had said that he was the greatest cricketer. Diana Edulji Gate took women’s cricket to this point. Ravi Shastri has always been a champion… He gave a different height to Indian cricket.
‘Watching Suryakumar Yadav’s batting is a festival’
He said that Suryakumar Yadav is a 360° player… watching his iconic catches and his batting is like a festival. The Chief Minister said that the expectations and problems you have mentioned… I will solve them. The plains of Mumbai should be saved…they will be conserved. The impact caused by the Metro will be rectified.
He said that the final match should be held in Mumbai. A big stadium should be built in Mumbai… We have found a good place for this. The best stadium will be built soon. Wankhede will remain an iconic stadium. I will always stand with you.