Jay Shah, 36, Becomes ICC Chairman; Aims for 2028 Olympics, Women's Cricket Growth

Dec 1, 2024, 08:34 AM

Jay Shah, 36, has officially assumed the role of Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1, 2024, succeeding Greg Barclay after his four-year tenure. The former Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was elected unopposed to the position on August 28, 2024, becoming the fifth Indian to head the global cricket body. In his first statement as ICC Chair, Shah said, "I am honoured to be starting in the role of ICC Chair and want to thank the ICC Directors and Member Boards for their support and trust in me to undertake this important role. This is an exciting time for the sport as we prepare for the LA28 Olympic Games and work to make cricket more inclusive and engaging." Shah aims to enhance cricket's global reach, focusing on the inclusion of the sport in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the growth of the women's game.