Dilip Vengsarkar, Diana Edulji named MCA cricket advisors

MUMBAI: The Mumbai Cricket Association on Monday decided to appoint former India captains Dilip Vengsarkar and Diana Edulji as Cricket Advisors to the association. Vengsarkar has replaced former Mumbai captain Milind Rege, who passed away on Feb 19 this year, in the role. The former India chief selector, currently a member of the BCCI's Apex Council, has been the MCA's vice-president and Cricket Improvement Committee chairman in the past.

Edulji has been the MCA's cricket advisor (for women's cricket) since the last one year.After a meeting of its Apex Council on Monday, the MCA announced, "The Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Dilip Vengsarkar and Ms. Diana Edulji as Cricket Advisors to the Association. Their wealth of experience and deep understanding of the game will provide invaluable guidance to cricketing operations and development programs."

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“Dilip Sir’s involvement with the Mumbai Cricket Association will play a key role in strengthening our grassroots cricket structure. Diana Madam’s outstanding contribution to Mumbai cricket remains a constant source of inspiration. Their presence adds great value to our shared vision for the future of Mumbai cricket,” said MCA president Ajinkya Naik.NO CHANGE IN CICMeanwhile, the MCA has decided to continue with its existing CIC, which is headed by former India pacer Raju Kulkarni, and includes ex-India women's cricketer Preeti Dimri and ex-Mumbai opener Sahil Kukreja.

"The existing members of the Cricket Improvement Committee have been reappointed, taking into account the commendable performance of all MCA teams across age groups and formats during the previous season. The decision ensures continuity and builds upon the positive momentum achieved so far," the MCA stated. "The Mumbai Cricket Association remains committed to nurturing talent, enhancing infrastructure, and taking progressive steps to uphold Mumbai’s rich cricketing legacy," the association concluded.