Milind Rege, Mumbai Cricket’s Pillar and Sachin’s Mentor Passes Away at 76
Former Mumbai captain Milind Rege passed away at 76 after a heart attack. A domestic cricket stalwart, he took 126 wickets in 52 first-class matches from 1966-77 and scored 1,532 runs at 23.56. As Mumbai’s selector, he played a key role in picking Sachin Tendulkar in 1988. The BCCI mourned his loss, calling him a pillar of Mumbai cricket.
India has been mourning the loss of former Mumbai cricket captain Milind Rege, who passed away at the age of 76 due to a heart attack. Born on February 16, Rege had a prolific domestic career, taking 126 wickets in 52 first-class matches between 1966-67 and 1977-78. He also contributed 1,532 runs at an average of 23.56.
Beyond his playing career, Rege was a key figure in Mumbai cricket administration, serving as a selector and later as chief selector for the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). He was among the pioneers in introducing video analysis to Mumbai’s domestic cricket setup in 2006.
Sad to hear about Milind Rege Sir's passing. He was a true Mumbai cricketer with immense contributions to the city's cricket. He and other CCI members saw potential in me and asked me to play for CCI, which, as I look back now, was a landmark moment in my career.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 19, 2025
He could pick… pic.twitter.com/MD00ghszkW
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) paid tribute, calling him a “pillar of Mumbai cricket” and acknowledging his keen eye for talent. Notably, Rege played a role in selecting a young Sachin Tendulkar for Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad in 1988. Tendulkar expressed his grief, calling Rege a “true Mumbai cricketer”.
His passing marks the end of an era for Mumbai cricket, where he played a crucial role both on and off the field. His contributions as a player, administrator, and talent scout leave behind a lasting legacy in Indian cricket.
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