MCA requests BCCI for more international matches at Wankhede Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:23 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has formally requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to allocate more international matches to Wankhede Stadium. This appeal comes after the stadium was granted only one international match, the final ODI against Zimbabwe set for January 9, 2027, in the 2026-27 home season. MCA officials highlighted the venue's status as a permanent Test Center and its long history of hosting significant cricket events. Additionally, the MCA seeks prior notification from the BCCI before awarding matches to other venues within Mumbai. This request follows recent announcements regarding matches scheduled at Brabourne Stadium, located nearby.
- •MCA requests BCCI for more international matches at Wankhede.
- •Only one international match scheduled at Wankhede for 2026-27 season.
- •Wankhede will host the final ODI against Zimbabwe on January 9, 2027.
- •MCA wants communication before matches are assigned to other venues.
- •Brabourne Stadium is hosting upcoming Women's Premier League matches.
- 6:23 PMYahoo Sports — After getting just one international in 2026-27 season, MCA asks BCCI to allot more matches to Wankhede Stadium
"The MCA's request comes after Wankhede was allotted only one international match in India's 2026-27 home season. The stadium will host the third and final ODI between India and Zimbabwe on January 9 next year.
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