Sourav Ganguly’s iconic 2002 NatWest Series final shirt will be displayed at Mumbai’s MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum on November 14, 15 and 17, alongside historic cricket memorabilia belonging to Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble.
The iconic shirt worn by former India captain Sourav Ganguly during the historic 2002 NatWest Series final against England will be displayed at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum in Mumbai this month, giving cricket enthusiasts an opportunity to witness one of the most memorable pieces of Indian cricket history.
The famous shirt, which Ganguly waved from the Lord’s balcony following India’s thrilling victory over England in the NatWest Series final, will be part of a special exhibition organised through a collaboration between the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) and the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). The exhibition will remain open to the public on November 14, 15 and 17.
The collection features several historic cricket artefacts preserved by the MCC Museum at Lord’s in London. Alongside Ganguly’s iconic One Day International (ODI) shirt, visitors will be able to see Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI jumper, Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s ODI shirt, Rahul Dravid’s Test shirt and Anil Kumble’s ODI cap.
A medal from the 1982 Jubilee Test between England and India will also be included in the exhibition. These memorabilia represent significant moments and legendary personalities from Indian and international cricket, making the display a special attraction for sports lovers.
Ganguly’s shirt holds particular significance in Indian cricket history because of the dramatic circumstances surrounding the 2002 NatWest Series final. India defeated England by two wickets while chasing a target of 326 runs at Lord’s on July 13, 2002. The victory was remembered for the remarkable batting performances of Yuvraj Singh and Mohammad Kaif, who played crucial roles in India’s successful chase.
Following the historic victory, Ganguly celebrated by taking off his shirt and waving it from the Lord’s balcony. The moment became one of the most recognisable images in Indian cricket and symbolised the confidence and changing attitude of the Indian team under his captaincy.
An MCC spokesperson expressed happiness over the partnership with the Mumbai Cricket Association, describing the exhibition as an important opportunity to bring treasured cricket memorabilia closer to Indian fans.
The spokesperson said the MCC Museum at Lord’s had made significant efforts in recent years to expand its collections and reflect the enthusiasm for cricket among millions of supporters worldwide. The club also highlighted the importance of displaying its historical artefacts before Mumbai’s knowledgeable cricket audience and supporting the development of the MCA’s new museum.
MCA President Ajinkya Naik also welcomed the collaboration, expressing gratitude to the Marylebone Cricket Club for sharing its valuable collection with cricket enthusiasts in Mumbai.
Naik said the association was honoured to partner with MCC for the special exhibition at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. He noted that cricket fans in Mumbai maintained a strong connection with the history and heritage of the sport, and the exhibition would provide a rare opportunity to witness memorabilia associated with some of India’s greatest cricketing legends.
He further said that the MCA was committed to developing a world-class cricket museum that would preserve and celebrate the heritage of Indian and international cricket for future generations. He thanked MCC for supporting these efforts by making its treasured artefacts available for public display.
The special exhibition is part of the Mumbai Cricket Association’s broader initiative to establish the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum as an important destination for cricket enthusiasts. The museum aims to showcase the rich legacy of Mumbai cricket alongside the history of Indian and international cricket.
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During the three exhibition days, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the visiting MCC collection as well as the museum’s growing collection of cricket memorabilia.
The display of Ganguly’s famous 2002 NatWest final shirt is expected to attract considerable attention from cricket fans, particularly those who remember India’s memorable victory at Lord’s and the celebration that became an iconic moment in the country’s sporting history.
