On September 18th, in a closely contested election, Surendra Harmalkar emerged victorious by defeating Deepan Mistry by a margin of 90 votes to secure a position as an Apex Council member of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). Harmalkar garnered 185 votes compared to Mistry’s 95, with one vote being declared invalid.

Harmalkar’s win comes at a pivotal time for the MCA, which has seen significant leadership changes recently. Abhay Hadap, the former Apex Council member, has now taken on the role of secretary of the cricket governing body after winning an election earlier this month. In that election, Hadap triumphed over Suraj Samat, who had the backing of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar.

These elections are part of a series of pivotal moments for the MCA, following the unfortunate demise of its president, Amol Kale, in June. In the aftermath, Ajinkya Naik, who previously served as secretary, ascended to the position of president by defeating then vice-president Sanjay Naik in July. This transition marks the third election within a few months, highlighting a period of significant restructuring and reorganization within the MCA.

Ajinkya Naik, now the MCA president, expressed his gratitude and optimism following Harmalkar’s victory. “Once again, the maidan, office, school, and college club secretaries have demonstrated their positive influence in securing this election win,” Naik stated. He emphasized that this victory represents the third consecutive win for their group and reiterated their commitment to the growth and development of Mumbai cricket. He also noted the substantial support from both men’s and women’s cricketers during this election.

The ongoing changes within the MCA are seen as crucial steps towards ensuring robust governance and continued success in Mumbai cricket. The association’s focus remains steadfast on nurturing talent and maintaining its rich cricketing heritage.

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The MCA’s recent elections underscore a transformative period aimed at fortifying Mumbai’s cricketing framework while engaging and inspiring its vast community of players and supporters.