Jay Shah Elected Unopposed as Next ICC Chairman
According to a statement released by the ICC, Shah will assume the role on December 1, 2024.
“Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the next Independent Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Shah, who has served as the BCCI Honorary Secretary since October 2019 and Chair of the Asian Cricket Council since January 2021, will assume this prestigious role on December 1, 2024,” said ICC.
For the unversed, Jay Shah was the sole candidate for the position after Greg Barclay, who hails from New Zealand, declined to seek a third tenure.
Reacting to his election as Independent ICC Chairman, Jay Shah shared his goals to enhance the popularity of cricket globally. He further asserted that the sport’s return in the Los Angeles Olympics 2028 would play a pivotal role in the growth.
“I am humbled by the nomination as the Chair of the International Cricket Council,” Shah stated.
“I am committed to working closely with the ICC team and our member nations to globalize cricket further. We stand at a critical juncture where it is increasingly important to balance the coexistence of multiple formats, promote the adoption of advanced technologies, and introduce our marquee events to new global markets. We aim to make cricket more inclusive and popular than ever.”
“While we will build on the valuable lessons learned, we must also embrace fresh thinking and innovation to elevate the love for cricket worldwide. The inclusion of our sport in the Olympics at LA 2028 represents a significant inflection point for the growth of cricket, and I am confident that it will drive the sport forward in unprecedented ways.”
