In a moving tribute, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has decided to name a stand at Wankhede Stadium after Rohit Sharma, celebrating his leadership and contributions, including recent World Cup and Champions Trophy wins. Additionally, stands will be named after the late Ajit Wadekar, honoring his historic Test series victories, and Sharad Pawar, recognizing his role in transforming Wankhede.
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