Even before India’s place in the T20 World Cup final on March 8 is confirmed, Mumbai’s cricket fans are already plotting their journey to Ahmedabad, with groups from Matunga, Dadar, Mulund and Kandivli locking in tickets, trains and hotels weeks in advance to beat price surges and secure seats at the world’s largest stadium. PICS/BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Mumbai witnessed clear skies and bright sunshine on Friday, prompting many residents to head towards the city’s seafronts to escape the hot afternoon conditions. Pics/Ashish Raje and Sameer Abedi