Sachin Tendulkar was reported to have actually played a straight drive on behalf of Suraj Samant’s contestation for the next Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) Secretary race. Not just Tendulkar, however even previous MCA Secretary, late Amol Kale’s other half likewise backed Samant to hold the position. But as the outcomes of the election were out on September 3, Abhay Hadap (196 votes) pipped Samant (141 votes) by a margin of 55 votes to end up being the brand-new MCA Secretary. 

Hadap is a revered figure in Mumbai’s regional cricketing circuit. He utilized to arrange regional competitions throughout a number of premises in the city. Hailing from Adarsh Nagar in Worli, Hadap has absolutely nothing however a modest background to recall after having actually protected the desirable position. After emerging triumphant by an awesome margin, Hadap swore to take Mumbai cricket forward and called his win as a ‘common man’s triumph.’

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“I never even dreamt that I’ll become the MCA secretary one day, or that I’ll reach this level. This is a common man’s victory. My win was possible because of all the maidan club secretaries and cricketers. I have one year in hand and that is more than sufficient for me to do a lot of things for Mumbai cricket and the maidans. I’d like to work with the Apex Council and our president Ajinkya Naik, whose motto is also the same as mine-to serve cricket,” stated Hadap as estimated by TOI.

Hadap has actually been working for maidan cricket for last 35 years: Ajinkya Naik

Moreover, the rumours of Hadap ending up being the secretary of MCA were abuzz as the veteran was backed by MCA President, Ajinkya Naik. After Hadap’s win, Ajinkya fasted to remember playing a Under-14 competition which was originated by the most current MCA Secretary.

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“Hadap has been working for maidan cricket for the last 35 years. Around 25 years ago, when I was a kid, I played in the Ajit Naik Under-14 Tournament at Worli. Hadap is one of the pioneers of that tournament, and is still organising that event. He played a crucial role in the MCA organizing more than 105 local cricket tournaments last season. I wish Hadap the best of luck in his efforts to enhance Mumbai cricket and elevate the MCA to the next level,” said Naik.

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