Maratha Royals unveil jersey and anthem ahead of Mumbai T20 League debut

The Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals, the newest entrants in the upcoming T20 Mumbai League 2025, made a striking statement ahead of their debut season with a grand unveiling of their team jersey and official anthem at a glittering ceremony in Vashi on Saturday.

The launch event brought together the players and key stakeholders including T20 Mumbai Premier League CEO, Ajinkya Joshi, MCA Vice President Kamlesh Pisal, Maharashtra Cricket Association President Rohit Pawar, Member of Parliament Sunil Tatkare, MLC Prasad Lad, DCPs Pankaj Dahane and Amit Kale, MCA Apex Committee Member Sushil Shewale, Raigad District Cricket Association President Anirudha Patil, and Mami Poko Pants Country Head Anirudha Singh Chauhan were present for the launch of the anthem and the Jersey of the Maratha Royals. 

The dynamic ownership consortium of owners of Royal Edge Sports & Entertainment —comprising Kapil and Alisha Baheti, Mayank and Raj Khandwala, and Ranjit and Tina Bindra were also present for the grand launch.

Skipper and experienced batter, Siddhesh Lad, and guided by mentor Abhishek Nayar and head coach Amit Dani, the Maratha Royals revealed their team jersey that symbolizes both the rich cricketing heritage of the Shivaji Park catchment and their fresh, modern approach to T20 cricket. Their high-energy anthem, blending Marathi folk rhythms with contemporary beats, was also launched ahead of their league debut igniting pride and unity among fans.

“Backed by the roar of the tiger and the spirit of the Maratha warrior, the Maratha Royals embody resilience, pride, and purpose — values inspired by the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Our goal is to blend this historic spirit and rich cricketing legacy of Mumbai and its relentless pursuit of modern sporting excellence,” said Kapil Baheti, owner of the franchise.

The franchise has assembled a versatile 18-member squad featuring five specialist bowlers, seven batters, and six dynamic all-rounders. At the heart of the team is skipper Siddhesh Lad, who was the costliest buy at the players’ auction held on May 8, securing a bid of ₹10.25 lakh.

“Every player in this squad has been picked with a clear purpose,” Lad said at the unveiling. “We may be new, but our preparations are focused. With Abhishek sir’s clarity and Amit sir’s planning, we’re ready to make an immediate impact.”

Mentor Abhishek Nayar, known for his sharp cricketing intellect and ability to nurture talent, emphasized the importance of simplicity, recovery, and enjoyment in tournament conditions.

“In leagues like this, where matches come thick and fast, keeping it simple is key,” Nayar shared. “Our goal is to ensure the players — especially the younger ones — enjoy the process. Playing in Wankhede, these are big stages, under the lights, often in front of their families. That sense of pride is irreplaceable.”

The Maratha Royals will play a warm-up game against the Raigad Royals ahead of their official campaign against Aakash Tigers on June 4 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.