Later, Sehwag came to the Wankhede for Round II. In that crucial Mumbai vs Delhi Ranji game, Sehwag got Nayar. But the Mumbai all-rounder stuck back and had Sehwag caught behind. Few words were exchanged after Nayar had an exaggerated celebration for the wicket.

“It was a big relief. His wicket really boosted my confidence,” recalled Nayar. Sehwag hasn’t forgotten Nayar’s celebration as he has told members of Nayar’s West Zone team that played Deodhar Trophy.

Interestingly, the last clash between the two, just before the IPL began, was at DY Patil. Round III was during the corporate T20 game and Nayar won it on points. “I slammed three fours and a six in his over but later he slammed 34-ball 100 and my team lost,” said the Mumbai Indians left-hander.

It is evident that Nayar can’t match Sehwag’s amazing run in the IPL, but the prospect of cornering his old foe in his backyard might be tempting.

IPL venue may shift

Two IPL matches scheduled for May 14 and 16 at the D Y Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai are likely to be shifted to the Wankhede Stadium in South Mumbai, according to Cricket Board sources.

“The matches scheduled at D Y Patil on May 14 and 16 are likely to be shifted to the Wankhede Stadium,” the sources said. “The Mumbai franchise owners (Reliance Industries) want them to be shifted and the D Y Patil authorities do not have any objections,” they added.