MCA Honours Ajinkya Rahane’s Illustrious Legacy With Scholarship Fund, Announces 2026-27 Player Contracts
Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association on Thursday announced establishing a scholarship fund to recognise the career of former India and Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane, while finalising the list of players to be handed out contracts for the 2026-2027 season. 'When You Come Out To Bat!': Sri Lanka Captain's Epic Response To Team India Fan Asking About 'Declaration' Goes Viral; VIDEO Rahane…
Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has unveiled plans to establish a scholarship fund in honor of the legendary former India and Mumbai captain, Ajinkya Rahane. The Apex Council has approved the fund amidst Rahane's retirement announcement. Under his leadership, Mumbai claimed their record-extending 42nd Ranji Trophy title in the 2023-24 season.
Sharad Pawar, a former BCCI and ICC president, has contributed to the fund, which aims to support grassroots cricketers and bolster Mumbai's cricket culture. The MCA recently implemented a player contract system, becoming the first state association to do so. The governing body has finalized the list of players to receive contracts for the 2026-27 season, categorized into Grade A, B, and C. These contracts range from Rs 6 lakh for Grade C to Rs 12 lakh for Grade A players.
The contracts are awarded to players who have neither represented India in the past two seasons nor been signed by any team for an equivalent duration.
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