Jay Shah Becomes First Gujarati ICC Chairman, Assumes Charge Dec 1
Jay Shah Elected as New ICC Chairman: First Gujarati to Hold the Position
Jay Shah has been elected as the new Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Shah, who currently serves as the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), will take charge as ICC Chairman on December 1st. His election was unopposed, making him the first Gujarati to hold this prestigious position. With his new role, Shah will have to step down from his current position as BCCI Secretary.
Barclay’s Term Ends November 30th
The current ICC Chairman, Greg Barclay from New Zealand, will see his term come to an end on November 30th. Barclay, who has held the position since 2020, announced earlier that he would not be seeking a third term. His departure will pave the way for Jay Shah to assume leadership of the global cricketing body.
Jay Shah Was the Sole Candidate
With the nomination deadline now passed, Jay Shah emerged as the sole candidate for the ICC Chairman position. His unopposed election reflects his strong standing in the international cricket community. Shah has also been leading the ICC’s Finance and Commercial Affairs Committee.
Jay Shah Expresses Gratitude and Vision for the Future
Upon his election, Jay Shah expressed his gratitude to those who supported his candidacy. He emphasized his commitment to advancing cricket on the global stage, particularly by promoting various formats of the game. Shah also hinted at the introduction of new technologies and the expansion of global markets for major events like the World Cup.
Jay Shah Becomes the Fifth Indian ICC Chief
Jay Shah is set to become the fifth Indian to lead the ICC, following in the footsteps of Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N. Srinivasan, and Shashank Manohar. When he assumes office on December 1st, Shah will not only be the youngest ICC Chairman but will also mark a significant milestone as the first Gujarati to hold this position.
