Is Rohit Sharma Next in Line for a Wankhede Stand?
From a young boy growing up in Mumbai to becoming the only Indian captain to win two ICC titles back-to-back, Rohit Sharma’s journey is nothing short of iconic. A stand at Wankhede would simply be history catching up with greatness.
Rohit Sharma, India’s Test and ODI captain and one of Mumbai’s finest, could soon have a stand named after him at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
At the recent Apex Council meeting, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) discussed naming a stand in Rohit’s honor. After all, he led India to two major ICC titles — the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy — achievements no other Mumbai-born captain has matched.
Eight Legends in the Mix
According to The Indian Express, MCA received eight proposals from its club members. These included names of cricketing and administrative legends like:
- Sharad Pawar and Vilasrao Deshmukh (former MCA presidents)
- Ajit Wadekar, Eknath Solkar, Dilip Sardesai, and Padmakar Shivalkar
- Diana Edulji (former India women’s captain)
- And, of course, Rohit Sharma
MCA President Ajinkya Naik confirmed the buzz:
“There have been suggestions from members and the final decision will be taken by the general body members of the Mumbai Cricket Association,” he told The Indian Express.
Rohit’s Name Among Wankhede Giants?
The grandstand above the President’s Box remains unnamed, and that’s where Rohit’s name could be etched. Stands for legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Vijay Merchant already grace the stadium. Rohit, who has carried Mumbai’s cricketing legacy on the global stage, might be next.
Virat Kohli already has a stand at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. If MCA goes ahead, Rohit could become only the second active Indian cricketer to receive such an honor.
The final decision will be made at the MCA’s Annual General Meeting on April 15.
A Rough Patch in IPL
While Rohit’s legacy is up for celebration, his bat hasn’t been as lively lately. In his last four IPL matches, he’s managed only 38 runs, averaging 9.50. But form is fleeting — legends have a way of bouncing back.
