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Mumbai players are wearing black armbands on Wednesday to honour former captain and selector Milind Rege, who passed away in the morning due to a heart attack.
Mumbai players are wearing black armbands on Day 3 of Ranji Trophy semifinal match against Vidarbha. (Picture Credit: Screengrab)
The second semifinal of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season is currently underway between defending champions Mumbai and last edition’s losing finalists Vidarbha at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur these days. On Day 3 of the match, Mumbai is trailing by more than 100 runs to Vidarbha’s first innings total of 383 runs and has only two wickets in hand.
The Mumbai players, who will hope to cut down Vidarbha’s first innings lead to as low a score as possible, are wearing black armbands on Wednesday, February 19, in memory of former captain and selector Milind Rege, who passed away on Wednesday morning after suffering a heart attack, just days after turning 76.
“Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Milind Rege, Sir. A stalwart of Mumbai cricket, his contributions as a player, selector, and mentor were invaluable,” said MCA president Ajinkya Naik in a statement.
“His guidance shaped generations of cricketers, and his legacy will forever be cherished. May his soul rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones,” he added.
Deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Milind Rege. A stalwart of Mumbai cricket, he served with dedication as Captain, Chairman of the Senior Selection Committee, Managing Committee Member, and Advisor.His legacy will forever be remembered. Heartfelt condolences to his family… pic.twitter.com/iriNrg6J71
— Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) (@MumbaiCricAssoc) February 19, 2025
Deeply saddened by the passing of Milind Rege Sir. A true stalwart of Mumbai cricket, his invaluable contributions as a player, selector, and mentor shaped generations of cricketers. His unwavering support and guidance will always be remembered, and his legacy will continue to… pic.twitter.com/qBlt21Jns4— Ajinkya Naik – President, MCA. (@ajinkyasnaik) February 19, 2025
Really sad to hear about the demise of a dear friend Milind Rege. A true Champion in his contribution to Mumbai and Tata’s cricket all-round. A Mentor Par Excellence. Heartfelt condolences to Raj and family. God bless his soul. pic.twitter.com/ZrB1fHAizg— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) February 19, 2025
Deeply saddened by the passing of Mumbai’s stalwart Milind Rege. May his soul rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers with his family. pic.twitter.com/GVcX09jy1S— Dodda Ganesh | ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಣೇಶ್ (@doddaganesha) February 19, 2025
Rege, who celebrated his 76th birthday last Sunday, was admitted in the intensive care unit of the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai and passed away around 6am on Wednesday morning. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
The all-rounder had suffered a heart attack at the age of 26 but returned to the cricket field and even captained Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy.
Rege played 52 first-class matches between 1966-67 and 1977-78 and dismissed 126 batters with his right-arm off-break bowling. He also contributed with the bat, scoring 1,532 runs at an average of 23.56.
A childhood friend of former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, Rege attended the same school and college as Gavaskar and played alongside him at the Dadar Union Sporting Club.
As one of the most revered figures in Mumbai as well as domestic cricket, Rege held several roles through his career and was also associated with with the Mumbai Cricket Association as a cricket advisor.
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