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Maratha Royals Unveil Jersey & Anthem Ahead of T20 Debut
The Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals made a powerful prelude to their T20 Mumbai League debut with the grand unveiling of their team jersey and official anthem at a glittering launch event in Vashi. The evening brought together top names from cricket administration, civic leadership, and the entertainment world, showcasing the franchise's bold ambitions and cultural pride. In attendance were MCA President Rohit Pawar, T20 Mumbai League CEO Ajinkya Joshi, MP Sunil Tatkare, MLC Prasad Lad, MCA VP Kamlesh Pisal, and senior police officials, along with team owners from Royal Edge Sports & Entertainment—Kapil and Alisha Baheti, Mayank and Raj Khandwala, and Ranjit and Tina Bindra. Skipper Siddhesh Lad, the team's marquee auction pick at ₹10.25 lakh, was joined by mentor Abhishek Nayar and head coach Amit Dani in revealing the jersey—an homage to the legacy of Shivaji Park and Maratha resilience. Their anthem, a rousing mix of Marathi folk and modern beats, echoed the ethos of pride, unity, and ambition. 'Our identity is built on the spirit of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj—courage, pride, and purpose,' said co-owner Kapil Baheti. 'We aim to fuse this legacy with the competitive edge of modern-day T20 cricket.' The 18-member squad features a well-balanced mix of 5 bowlers, 7 batters, and 6 all-rounders, promising strategic depth and on-field dynamism. Lad emphasized the clarity in player selection and expressed confidence in the team's focused preparations. Mentor Abhishek Nayar stressed simplicity and mental well-being. 'In high-intensity tournaments, keeping it simple and enjoying the process is crucial, especially for young players performing under the Wankhede lights.' The Maratha Royals are set to play a warm-up match against Raigad Royals before kicking off their main campaign against Aakash Tigers on June 4 at Wankhede Stadium.
The Hindu
31-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Nayar waxes eloquent on T20 Mumbai League's value
The last time the T20 Mumbai League was held, back in 2019, Abhishek Nayar was among the icon players. But as the tournament returns after a six year hiatus, Nayar is back as the mentor of Maratha Royals. Nayar, who until recently was the assistant coach of the Indian team, believes that the tournament will provide a perfect opportunity for young players to showcase their talent. 'What IPL did for Indian cricket, I think Mumbai T20 will do for Mumbai cricketers,' Nayar said on Saturday during the jersey launch of Maratha Royals. 'You have club cricketers who have not represented Mumbai, not necessarily played at that level. They would now experience what it is to play at that level, experience what it is to play in a match that's broadcast, and play at the Wankhede and DY Patil Stadium under lights. 'There are multiple aspects to it, and this tournament also financially helps a lot of cricketers to play this sport with a little more vigour,' the former India international said. The T20 Mumbai League will be held from June 4 to 12, with matches at the Wankhede Stadium and DY Patil Stadium. While some of the India internationals — including Suryakumar Yadav and Shreyas Iyer — will be in action, it will also be an opportunity for several young cricketers. 'Although this is a shortened tournament, in the future when the tournament will be longer, it will create a platform for a lot of our youngsters to evolve into players who would represent Mumbai, and hopefully in the IPL also play for the country,' Nayar said.
Indian Express
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
Ex-India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar named mentor for team in T20 Mumbai League 2025
Former Mumbai cricketer Abhishek Nayar, who was recently working as an assistant coach with the Indian cricket team, has been named as an mentor for the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals franchise in the T20 Mumbai League 2025. After being relieved from his role with the Indian cricket team following Team India's underwhelming performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 in Australia, Nayar also joined defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders' coaching staff. Nayar had previously worked for three-time IPL champions KKR. At the team, Nayar was their main man behind the scenes, taking care of grooming players in the academy. As The Indian Express had reported at the time, during a review meeting conducted soon after the Australia tour, Nayar's role was questioned by multiple people in the Indian team management. It marked the first instance of the BCCI stepping in to terminate a contract of a support staff handpicked by the head coach. Besides Nayar, Mumbai cricket stalwart Paras Mhambrey also has been named as a coach. He will be mentoring ARCS Andheri team. The two names were mane public by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), when it announced their line-up of coaches and mentors for the T20 Mumbai League 2025. The league is returning after a six-year break. This will be the third season of the league scheduled to take place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8. It will feature eight teams. 'As the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), we are committed to promoting and empowering our local coaches and support staff, ensuring they receive greater opportunities to grow and contribute not only to Mumbai cricket but also to Indian cricket. By nurturing homegrown talent, we aim to strengthen the foundation of our cricketing ecosystem and create pathways for sustained excellence,' said Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket Association in a press release. The coaching line-up features some of Mumbai's most seasoned names, with Omkar Salvi (SoBo Mumbai Falcons), Rajesh Pawar (ARCS Andheri), Atul Ranade (Triumph Knights Mumbai North East), Amit Dani (Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals), Prashant Shetty (Eagle Thane Strikers), Pravin Tambe (North Mumbai Panthers) and Vinod Raghvan (Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs) named as head coaches of the respective franchises. Head coach of Namo Bandra Blasters will be announced later.
India Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar amongst mentors for T20 Mumbai League 2025
Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar was amongst the mentors and coaches named for the upcoming season of the T20 Mumbai League 2025. Along with Nayar, former India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey will also play the role of a mentor during the upcoming had an eight-month stint with the Indian team as he joined as part of Gautam Gambhir's backroom setup after the former Indian batter succeeded Rahul Dravid as the head coach last year. However, following India's disastrous Border-Gavaskar Trophy tour of Australia, Nayar was amongst the backroom staff who were shown the door, along with fielding coach T. Dilip and strength and conditioning coach Soham his sacking from the Indian team, Nayar returned to Kolkata Knight Riders and joined the backroom staff with the defending IPL champions in the ongoing season. The former India assistant coach will now work as mentor of the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals. Mhambrey, who is currently with Mumbai Indians, will serve as the mentor of ARCS Andheri. The coaches for the franchises include some stellar names in Mumbai cricket. Omkar Salvi (SoBo Mumbai Falcons), Rajesh Pawar (ARCS Andheri), Atul Ranade (Triumph Knights Mumbai North East), Amit Dani (Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals), Prashant Shetty (Eagle Thane Strikers), Pravin Tambe (North Mumbai Panthers) and Vinod Raghvan (Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs) were named as head coaches of the respective franchises. Head coach of the Namo Bandra Blasters will be announced T20 Mumbai League is making a major comeback as they named India ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma as the face of the new season.'As the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), we are committed to promoting and empowering our local coaches and support staff, ensuring they receive greater opportunities to grow and contribute not only to Mumbai cricket but also to Indian cricket. By nurturing homegrown talent, we aim to strengthen the foundation of our cricketing ecosystem and create pathways for sustained excellence,' said Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket T20 Mumbai League has served as a launchpad for stars like Shivam Dube and Tushar Deshpande, who have then go on to be household names in the Watch
India Gazette
26-04-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Abhishek Nayar, Paras Mhambrey join T20 Mumbai League 2025 as mentors
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 26 (ANI): The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced a stellar line-up of mentors and head coaches for the highly anticipated T20 Mumbai League 2025 on Saturday, marking the return of the tournament after a six-year hiatus. One of India's premier domestic franchise-based T20 leagues is set to reignite the city's cricketing passion, with the third season scheduled to take place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8, featuring eight teams, as per the MCA press release. Celebrated former cricketers Abhishek Nayar and Paras Mhambrey have been appointed mentors for the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals and ARCS Andheri, respectively. Their wealth of experience is expected to play a crucial role in guiding young talents throughout the season. The coaching line-up features some of Mumbai's most seasoned names, with Omkar Salvi (SoBo Mumbai Falcons), Rajesh Pawar (ARCS Andheri), Atul Ranade (Triumph Knights Mumbai North East), Amit Dani (Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals), Prashant Shetty (Eagle Thane Strikers), Pravin Tambe (North Mumbai Panthers) and Vinod Raghvan (Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs) named as head coaches of the respective franchises. The head coach of Namo Bandra Blasters will be announced later. 'As the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), we are committed to promoting and empowering our local coaches and support staff, ensuring they receive greater opportunities to grow and contribute not only to Mumbai cricket but also to Indian cricket. By nurturing homegrown talent, we aim to strengthen the foundation of our cricketing ecosystem and create pathways for sustained excellence,' said Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket Association, as quoted by a press release. Recently, the MCA added star power to the league with the announcement of India's captain Rohit Sharma as the official face of Season 3. The T20 Mumbai League has served as a launchpad for emerging stars, with the likes of Shivam Dube, Tushar Deshpande, and Shams Mulani making significant strides in their careers after shining in previous seasons. With an overwhelming response of over 2,800 player registrations for Season 3, the MCA is all set to uncover the next generation of Indian cricket stars. (ANI)
