India wheelchair cricket team players Ramesh Shripate and Shahid Ansari were keen spectators at the Wankhede yesterday as they cheered for Virat Kohli's men in the first ODI v New Zealand. But though the duo's entry into the stadium was smooth, they had a tough time getting to their seats at the Vijay Merchant Pavilion since it doesn't have a ramp for wheelchairs. They were directed to the adjacent Garware Pavilion which has an elevator but since their tickets did not permit them to enter here, they were sent back to the Vijay Merchant Pavilion. Finally, the authorities opened the side entry of the Vijay Merchant Pavilion, which offered wheelchair access. The men weren't sour though. "This is the first time we're watching a match live here. It's a dream come true. The atmosphere is incredible," said Shripate.

Ramesh Shripate (left) and Shahid Ansari at the Wankhede yesterday