Jay Shah, secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been unanimously appointed as the new president of the International Cricket Council (ICC), replacing outgoing president Greg Barclay who opted not to stand for a third term. Shah’s elevation to the prestigious post marks a significant milestone in cricket governance as he is the youngest player to take up the role. His appointment has attracted considerable attention in the cricketing world, but Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has not expressed any concerns regarding the development.
Mohsin Naqvi’s reaction
Naqvi commented on the appointment, stating: “We are in touch with Jay Shah; there are no concerns about him becoming the ICC president. The ACC meeting will be on September 8 and 9.” His comments reflect a positive stance towards Shah’s promotion and suggest that Shah’s new position will not strain relations between the Indian and Pakistani cricket boards, despite the political challenges that often surround India-Pakistan cricket ties.
Shah now joins an illustrious list of Indians who have headed the ICC, including Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N Srinivasan and Shashank Manohar. His new role, which will come into effect on December 1, 2024, will put him at the forefront of global cricket governance at a critical time when the sport continues to evolve.
Naqvi talks about the upcoming ACC meeting
Mohsin Naqvi also spoke about the upcoming meeting of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), where a major decision is expected to be taken regarding the selection of the new ACC president. While Naqvi confirmed that he will not attend the meeting, he assured that PCB COO Salman Naseer will represent Pakistan in his place.
“The meeting will finalise matters related to the new chairman,” Naqvi said, without elaborating on the possible candidates or Pakistan’s stance on the leadership change within the ACC.
Pakistan gears up for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
In another demonstration of the PCB’s commitment to maintaining high standards in international cricket, Naqvi provided updates on Pakistan’s preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament, scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025, will see Pakistan host the event for the first time since gaining full membership status of the ICC.
Naqvi confirmed that Pakistan’s major cricket stadiums, including the National Stadium in Karachi, Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, are undergoing major upgrades to meet the international standards required to host such a prestigious tournament.
“We are in touch with the managements of the teams participating in the tournament,” Naqvi said, reinforcing Pakistan’s intent to deliver a successful edition of the Champions Trophy. He also confirmed continued communication with the BCCI, indicating a hopeful path for cooperation between India and Pakistan in cricket.
As Pakistan prepares to host the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy, the country’s cricket infrastructure is being fine-tuned to ensure a smooth and successful tournament. This will be an important moment for Pakistan cricket as the country looks to showcase its hosting capabilities to the international cricket community.
With Shah at the helm of the ICC and Naqvi preparing Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, the stage is set for an exciting period in international cricket, with both governance and tournament execution playing pivotal roles in shaping the future of the sport.
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