Jay Shah Elected Unopposed As ICC Chairman
Jay Shah, the Secretary of the BCCI, has been elected unopposed as the new Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and will officially assume the position on December 1, 2024. At 35 years old, Shah will be the youngest individual to lead the global cricket governing body.
Unopposed Nomination
Jay Shah was the sole nominee for the position after filing his nomination on the deadline day. His election follows the decision of the incumbent ICC chairman, Greg Barclay, to step down, having served in the role since 2020 and opting not to run for a third term. Earlier, the ICC had announced that elections would only be held if more than one candidate was nominated.
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A New Era for Global Cricket
Jay Shah’s election comes at a pivotal time for cricket as the sport aims to expand its global reach and inclusivity. Shah brings with him extensive experience from his tenure as the chairman of ICC’s Finance and Commercial Affairs sub-committee, where he oversaw the financial aspects of the game.
India’s Influence at the Helm
Shah will be the fifth Indian to take up the prestigious ICC chair, following in the footsteps of Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N Srinivasan, and Shashank Manohar.
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