VIDEO | Former India great Sunil Gavaskar was the first Mumbai captain to be felicitated on Sunday at a glittering ceremony organised by the Mumbai Cricket Association at the iconic Wankhede stadium. Here's what he said:

"It is indeed a very big honour for me to be here at this iconic venue that has given Indian cricket so much, the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup being the icing on the cake. And to be part of the start of the celebrations of 50-years of Wankhede stadium. As an opening batter I couldn't miss the start so I am here. I want to wish the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) all the best and also want to express my deepest sense of gratitude for giving me the opportunities since school cricket. I am what I am because MCA lifted me and helped me to take those steps and subsequently supported me even when I was playing for India...I want to thank you all for having me here."

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