Sandeep Patil appointed Mumbai teams' mentor for 2026-27 season

MUMBAI: Former India player Sandeep Patil was on Wednesday appointed as the mentor of Mumbai teams across all levels by the Mumbai Cricket Association here.

Patil, who played 29 Tests and 45 ODIs for India between 1980 and 1986, will work on player development, tactical education as well as talent identification among other roles in his latest appointment.

"A distinguished international cricketer and one of Mumbai cricket's most celebrated figures, Patil will mentor MCA's men teams, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, leadership development and motivational support to players and coaches across all levels," the MCA said.

"The scope of work includes player development, tactical education, leadership mentoring, match reviews, talent identification and support during camps and tournaments," it added.

MCA also appointed former India player Arundhati Ghosh, who played eight Tests and 11 ODIs for India, as the Women's Tournament Coordinator.

MCA said, "In this role, she will oversee the planning and smooth conduct of women's tournaments, leagues, selection trials, camps and developmental initiatives, while working closely with players, coaches, selectors and MCA administration to further strengthen women's cricket in Mumbai."