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.
