Siddhesh Lad, son of renowned coach Dinesh Lad, is set to lead the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals in the upcoming T20 Mumbai League. Growing up in a cricketing environment, he regards Rohit Sharma as a 'big brother' and maintains strong friendships with fellow players Shardul Thakur and Shreyas Iyer. These relationships have significantly influenced his cricketing journey and personal development. With 5,623 first-class runs and a remarkable achievement of four consecutive centuries, Siddhesh has established a solid domestic career, despite the overshadowing presence of his father. He credits his father's advice for instilling humility and independence in his decisions. Reflecting on the previous season, he acknowledged Mumbai's strong performance in the Ranji Trophy, despite falling short in critical moments. Looking ahead, Siddhesh aims to defend the T20 Mumbai League title, with the tournament set to commence on June 1 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, showcasing both established stars and emerging talent.