The Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals, defending champions of the T20 Mumbai League 2026, unveiled their jersey in Mumbai. Questions were raised to captain Siddhesh Lad and coach Amit Dani about finding talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in their team. Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old sensation known for his power-hitting, has been making waves in the cricket scene.
With the T20 game evolving towards aggressive play, Lad mentioned the likelihood of teams scoring 200-250 runs in the upcoming season. Coach Amit Dani highlighted the team’s focus on developing young bowlers, with pacer Tushar Deshpande expected to lead the bowling attack. Deshpande’s presence is seen as a valuable asset and a source of inspiration for the team.
The Maratha Royals have retained 10 players from their championship-winning squad and introduced new faces to strengthen the team. The jersey unveiling event, attended by team owners and key personnel, showcased a design reflecting the team’s ferocity and championship ambitions. The theme “The Royal Roar” embodies the team’s confidence and fearless spirit as they aim for another successful season.
Owners of the Maratha Royals expressed their commitment to bold and fearless cricket this season. The team’s campaign, anchored by the tagline “Bhag Bhag Bhag, Aya Sher,” signifies Mumbai’s energy and self-expression. Led by Captain Siddhesh Lad and Coach Amit Dani, the team is set to defend their title with a strong squad featuring notable players like Tushar Deshpande and Rohan Raje.
