Jay Shah elected unopposed as ICC chief

He will assume the prestigious role on Dec 1, 2024

Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the next Independent Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Shah, who has served as the BCCI Honorary Secretary since October 2019 and Chair of the Asian Cricket Council since January 2021, will assume this prestigious role on December 1, 2024.

Shah was the sole nominee for the chairmanship after current Chair Greg Barclay decided not to seek a third term.

Upon his election, Shah expressed his intent to advancing the global reach and popularity of cricket, particularly with its upcoming inclusion in the LA 2028 Olympics—a moment he views as a pivotal opportunity for the sport's growth.

"I am humbled by the nomination as the Chair of the International Cricket Council," Shah stated.

"I am committed to working closely with the ICC team and our member nations to further globalize cricket.

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. Our goal is to make cricket more inclusive and popular than ever before."

He added, "While we will build on the valuable lessons learned, we must also embrace fresh thinking and innovation to elevate the love for cricket worldwide.

"The inclusion of our sport in the Olympics at LA 2028 represents a significant inflection point for the growth of cricket, and I am confident that it will drive the sport forward in unprecedented ways."

Shah's election marks a new chapter for the ICC as it seeks to expand the game's reach and continue its evolution on the global stage.

SA to tour Pak before Women's T20 World Cup

In preparation for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, South Africa's women's cricket team is set to visit Pakistan in the third week of September. The tour will feature three T20 matches between Pakistan and South Africa, with the games scheduled to take place in Multan.

Following the series, both teams will travel together to Dubai, where the ICC Women's T20 World Cup will commence on October 3.

The tour will serve as a crucial preparation period for the national women's teams, with Pakistan's squad set to begin their training camp in Multan on September 1.

In team news, Sana Mir has been replaced by Sana Fatima as the captain of the Pakistani women's team.

Pakistan will begin their World Cup campaign against Sri Lanka on October 3. The tournament will culminate with the final match scheduled for October 20.