Jay Shah elected as new chairperson of International Cricket Council
Shah, who turns 36 next month, will become the youngest chairperson in the ICC's history when he assumes office on December 1.
Cricket
Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the next chairperson of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the governing body for the sport announced on Tuesday.
Shah will officially take over the new role on December 1, 2024. He emerged as the sole candidate after current ICC chairperson Greg Barclay chose not to seek a third term.
Jay Shah, who turns 36 next month, will become the youngest chairperson in the ICC's history. He will become the fifth Indian to head the ICC after Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N Srinivasan and Shashank Manohar.
He has served as the honorary secretary for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) since October 2019 and the chairperson for the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) since January 2021.
In his statement following the election, Shah expressed his vision to enhance the global profile and popularity of cricket.
“I am humbled by the nomination as the Chair of the International Cricket Council,” Shah said.
“My commitment is to work closely with the ICC team and our member nations to globalize cricket further. We are at a pivotal moment where balancing multiple formats, embracing advanced technologies and introducing our marquee events to new markets is essential.”
Shah highlighted the upcoming inclusion of cricket in the LA 2028 Olympics as a crucial milestone for the sport's global expansion.
“The inclusion of cricket in the Olympics at LA 2028 is a significant inflection point for our growth. I am confident it will drive the sport to new heights,” he added.
New Zealand’s Greg Barclay, who has served as ICC Chair since November 2020, confirmed last week that he will not pursue a third term, concluding his tenure on November 30. An ICC chairman is eligible for three terms of two years each.