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Gangulys Iconic 2002 NatWest Final Shirt To Be Displayed At MCA Museum In Mumbai

MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum: The shirt Sourav Ganguly famously waved from the Lords balcony after Indias NatWest Series triumph in 2002 will go on display in Mumbai this month. The iconic shirt is part of a special exhibition of artefacts from the MCC Museum, which will be open to the public on November 14, 15 and 17. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has teamed up with the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to bring the collection to the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Alongside Gangulys ODI shirt, the exhibits include Sachin Tendulkars ODI jumper, MS Dhonis ODI shirt, Rahul Dravids Test shirt and Anil Kumbles ODI cap. A medal from the 1982 Jubilee Test between England and India will also be on show. All the items are preserved by the MCC Museum and are linked to some of the most memorable players and moments in Indian cricket. An MCC spokesperson said the club was pleased to share its collection with fans in Mumbai. Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is delighted to be collaborating with the Mumbai Cricket Association on this special display at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. The MCC Museum at Lords has made great efforts in recent years to develop its collections to reflect the enthusiasm for cricket held by millions of fans across the globe. The opportunity to display some of its treasured artefacts to the knowledgeable audience of Mumbai and to help build engagement for this new museum development in one of crickets great centres is not to be missed, said the MCC spokesperson. MCA president Ajinkya Naik thanked the MCC for being a part of this collaboration. The Mumbai Cricket Association is honoured to partner with the Marylebone Cricket Club for this special exhibition at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. We are grateful to MCC for sharing these priceless treasures and supporting our efforts to build a world-class cricket museum that preserves and celebrates the heritage of the sport for future generations, he said. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS