Mumbai, May 8 -- Though not physically present, Abhishek Nayar proved to be the strategic architect behind Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals' successful debut auction at the T20 Mumbai League 2025, as per the MSC Maratha Royals press release.

Leveraging his deep auction expertise and sharp cricketing insight, Nayar remotely steered the franchise's picks through constant coordination via phone and zoom. As the team's mentor, he worked closely with the coaches and management to craft a bold, balanced, and competitive squad -- setting the tone for a confident debut season.

In a high-stakes auction that saw eight franchises spend a total of INR 7.79 crores, MSC Maratha Royals assembled a strong 18-member squad for their debut T20 Mumbai L...