Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Old Trafford Honors Engineer, Lloyd with Stand Naming
Imagine a famous cricket ground, like a stadium.
They decided to name a special seating area, called a stand, after two amazing cricketers: Farokh Engineer from India and Sir Clive Lloyd from the West Indies.
It's like giving them a big honor for everything they did in the sport!
The ceremony happened during a cricket match between England and India.
Engineer was really happy because he felt it made up for not being as recognized in his home country, and Lloyd said that he hoped it would inspire young players.
A stand at Old Trafford was named after Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer and West Indies captain Sir Clive Lloyd.
The ceremony occurred during the fourth Test between England and India.
Engineer expressed pride in the recognition, feeling it made up for lack of recognition in his home country.
Sir Clive Lloyd was honored for his contributions to Lancashire, including his performance from 1968-1986.
Both Lloyd and Engineer are Hall of Fame inductees and Vice-Presidents at Old Trafford.
- Who
- Farokh Engineer, Sir Clive Lloyd, and Lancashire Cricket Club.
- What
- A stand at Old Trafford was named after Farokh Engineer and Sir Clive Lloyd.
- When
- The naming ceremony took place on the first day of the Fourth Test between England and India.
- Where
- Old Trafford in Manchester.
- Why
- To honor their contributions to Lancashire Cricket Club.
Farokh Engineer's Perspective
Sir Clive Lloyd's Perspective
Recognition
Farokh Engineer's Perspective
Engineer felt not receiving recognition in his own country.
Sir Clive Lloyd's Perspective
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- Stand Name
- Sir Clive Lloyd and Farokh Engineer Stand
- Location
- Old Trafford, Manchester
- Engineer's Lancashire Matches
- 175
- Lloyd's Lancashire Appearances
- 219
- Lloyd's Lancashire Runs
- 12,764