January 10th 2025.
At the upcoming Special General Meeting in Mumbai on Sunday, newly-elected International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah will be honored by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) state units. This is a significant event as Shah, who previously served as the BCCI secretary, is the youngest person to ever hold this prestigious position. He was elected unopposed in August of last year and officially took over on December 1st, replacing Greg Barclay who chose not to seek a third term.
Shah's impressive leadership extends beyond the ICC as he has also been the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council since January 2021. However, due to his resignation from the BCCI, he will not be able to attend the SGM as an official member. Nonetheless, his presence will surely be felt as he has been a driving force in expanding the reach and popularity of cricket around the world. Just recently, he met with key officials from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics organizing committee to discuss the possibility of including cricket in the Summer Games.
This would be a momentous occasion as cricket has not been a part of the Olympics for 128 years. Its return is already confirmed for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, but the sport's inclusion in the 2032 edition in Brisbane is still being discussed. In light of this, it was reported by The Age, an Australian newspaper, that Shah will be meeting with Cricket Australia chair Mike Baird and his England counterpart Richard Thompson later this month. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the details of a two-tier Test system, which would allow for more test series between the three major cricket-playing nations.
Shah's dedication and hard work in promoting and developing the sport have been recognized and appreciated by many. The BCCI's state units, as well as the global cricket community, will undoubtedly take this opportunity to congratulate and honor him at the upcoming SGM. As the youngest ICC chairman and a forward-thinking leader, Shah's influence and contributions to the world of cricket will continue to be felt for years to come.
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