Cricket administration has witnessed a historic move as Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). At the age of 35, Jay Shah makes history by becoming the youngest chairman to lead Cricket’s global governing body, succeeding New Zealand’s Greg Barclay.
Jay Shah is set to take the throne at the end of November 2024. Upon his election, he expressed his thoughts of making cricket more inclusive and popular across the globe. He stated, “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”. Jay Shah views the inclusion of cricket in Olympics 2028 as a significant point for Growth and engagement in the sport.
Jay Shah started his leadership by working with the Central Board of Cricket Ahmedabad (CBCA) and now after all the years of dedicated service is now Chairman of ICC. His leadership also focuses on welcoming opportunities, prioritizing women’s cricket, and ensuring that test cricket is the soul of the game.
Jay Shah’s election offers a fresh perspective but also brings in challenges like balancing franchise cricket with the traditional format. Shah’s election marks a new beginning in cricket as he prepares to steer the sport into a future full of opportunities. As cricket continues to evolve, all eyes will be on Shah’s leadership as he embarks on this pivotal journey.
