Mumbai is getting its fifth cricket stadium. Chirag Shetty, World No. 1, has no arena to call home
Indian Express·2h ago·Anger
What Happened
Mumbai is constructing its fifth cricket stadium as World No. 1 badminton player Chirag Shetty has no world-class home arena. The city lacks adequate facilities for hockey, tennis, athletics, and other sports despite being India's financial capital. Existing venues like Dadoji Konddev Stadium face encroachment by cricket facilities. Shetty, a Thomas Cup champion and twice World Championship medallist, cannot host major badminton events at home.
Key Entities
Chirag ShettyMumbaibadmintoncricket stadiumWankhedeDadoji Konddev StadiumThomas CupWorld No. 1