Jay Shah elected unopposed as ICC Independent Chair

In a significant development for international cricket, Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the new Independent Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Shah, who has held the position of Honorary Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) since October 2019, will officially assume his new role on December 1, 2024. He has also been serving as the Chair of the Asian Cricket Council since January 2021.

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Shah’s election comes after current ICC Chair Greg Barclay chose not to seek a third term, leaving Shah as the sole nominee for the position. Upon his election, Shah emphasized his commitment to expanding the global reach and popularity of cricket, especially with the sport's anticipated inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

"I am humbled by the nomination as the Chair of the International Cricket Council," Shah remarked. He outlined his vision for the future, highlighting the importance of balancing multiple formats, adopting advanced technologies, and introducing cricket to new global markets.

Shah stressed the need for innovation while building on the ICC’s past successes to make cricket more inclusive and globally popular.

As the ICC looks to broaden its horizons, Shah’s leadership is expected to usher in a new era of growth and evolution for the sport on the world stage.