Former Mumbai captain Milind Rege passes away at 76
What's the story
Milind Rege, a veteran of Indian cricket, passed away aged 76 on February 19, 2025. Rege who was a former Mumbai captain, was also a respected cricket administrator. He was an all-rounder during his playing days. Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) paid tribute on social media, acknowledging his significant contributions to the sport. Here are further details.
Legacy
Rege's cricketing career and administrative contributions
A spin-bowling all-rounder, Rege played for Mumbai between 1966 and 1978. He played 52 first-class matches, amassing 1,532 runs and claiming 126 wickets. His career included three five-wicket hauls and eight half-centuries. Meanwhile, after retirement, Rege stayed connected with Mumbai cricket, serving as a selector for the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) in the 1980s. He was made chairman of selectors in 2011 and reinstated in 2015 after a brief resignation.
Tributes
Rege's health and tributes from cricketing legends
Rege, who celebrated his 76th birthday last Sunday, was admitted to the ICU of Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. He passed away due to cardiac arrest and renal failure. His death has left a void in the cricketing world with legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ravi Shastri paying tribute to his contributions. Tendulkar remembered Rege as a "true Mumbai cricketer" while Shastri described him as a "true champion."
Enduring impact
Rege's lifelong association with cricket and MCA
Rege, a childhood friend of former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, played alongside him at the Dadar Union Sporting Club. Throughout his career, he took on multiple roles and remained closely associated with the Mumbai Cricket Association as a cricket advisor. Meanwhile, honoring his legacy, the Mumbai cricket team wore black armbands during their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Vidarbha in Nagpur. MCA president Ajinkya Naik called Rege a "stalwart of Mumbai cricket," whose guidance shaped generations of cricketers.
Twitter Post
BCCI's X post paying tribute to Rege
The BCCI mourns the passing of Milind Rege, former Mumbai captain and selector. A pillar of Mumbai cricket, he played a key role in its growth and legacy. His keen eye for talent and contributions as a commentator earned admiration across the cricketing fraternity.
— BCCI (@BCCI) February 19, 2025
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