In a special tribute to the day on which the cricket journey began at the Wankhede Stadium, the record was set on the anniversary of the stadium\u2019s first-ever international match, played in 1975, when India faced West Indies in a memorable Test match from January 23 to 29.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The MCA dedicated this record to the late Eknath Solkar, who scored a century in 1975 that match, and other departed players from Mumbai who made exceptional contributions to the sport. Highlighting MCA\u2019s commitment to excellence, 14,505 leather cricket balls were meticulously arranged on the Wankhede Stadium\u2019s field to form the sentence: \"Fifty Years of Wankhede Stadium\". The record was achieved in the presence of MCA President Ajinkya Naik alongside other office-bearers and Apex Council Members.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The MCA will give the balls, that were used to achieve this record, to the aspiring cricketers of schools, clubs, and NGOs in the city, encouraging them to take inspiration from this record and achieve greater milestones in their careers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cMumbai cricket has contributed significantly to the sport and it holds a special place in cricket\u2019s history. The city has produced some of the greatest cricketers the world has ever seen. Wakhede Stadium is the pride of Mumbai and has witnessed countless historic moments. This Guinness World Records title is a reflection of Mumbai cricket\u2019s passion, legacy, and relentless pursuit of excellence. It\u2019s also a special tribute to all the players, officials, and unsung heroes who have contributed to Mumbai\u2019s cricketing legacy,\u201d commented Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, the MCA hosted a series of spectacular events to mark the stadium\u2019s golden jubilee. These included the felicitation of captains of Mumbai\u2019s men\u2019s and women\u2019s teams, members of the Mumbai team who played the first-ever first-class match at Wankhede Stadium in 1974, former Elected Managing Committee members, and the Sports Journalists Association of Mumbai. The association also felicitated its groundsmen and organised Polly Umrigar Health Camp and a special lunch for them to honour these unsung heroes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cMumbai cricket has contributed significantly to the sport and it holds a special place in cricket\u2019s history. The city has produced some of the greatest cricketers the world has ever seen. Wakhede Stadium is the pride of Mumbai and has witnessed countless historic moments. This Guinness World Records title is a reflection of Mumbai cricket\u2019s passion, legacy, and relentless pursuit of excellence. It\u2019s also a special tribute to all the players, officials, and unsung heroes who have contributed to Mumbai\u2019s cricketing legacy,\u201d commented Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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