Jay Shah takes charge as ICC chairman

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially appointed Jay Shah as its new chairman, signalling the beginning of a new chapter for global cricket. With his extensive experience in cricket administration, Shah has laid out his plans to broaden the sport’s international presence.

He emphasized that the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles present a significant opportunity for cricket, underscoring the need for collaboration with ICC members to fully capitalize on this milestone.

Shah’s cricket career started in 2009 at the district and state levels, where he swiftly advanced within the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA). In 2019, he made history by becoming the youngest-ever Honorary Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Under his leadership, Indian cricket achieved remarkable successes, including the record-setting IPL media rights deal, the establishment of the Women’s Premier League, and the launch of the Test Cricket Incentive Scheme.

Beyond his role with the BCCI, Shah has played a pivotal role in international cricket, serving as the President of the Asian Cricket Council and Chair of the ICC’s Finance and Commercial Affairs Committee.

ICC Chair Jay Shah stated, “I am honoured to be starting in the role of ICC Chair and want to thank the ICC Directors and Member Boards for their support and trust in me to undertake this important role.

“This is an exciting time for the sport as we build up to the LA28 Olympic Games and strive to make cricket more inclusive and popular than ever before. We also stand at a critical juncture in terms of the coexistence of multiple formats and accelerating the growth of the women’s game. There is huge potential for the game of cricket globally, with so much opportunity to engage with existing and new fans, while ensuring the best resources and platforms for our cricketers around the world.

“I would also like to thank Greg Barclay for his leadership in the role for the past four years and the milestones achieved during that period. I look forward to working closely with the ICC team and the Member countries to sustainably expand the game’s reach and evolution on the global stage.”

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