Jay Shah Takes Over as ICC Chairman: Vision and Goals
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Jay Shah took charge as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1, 2023. |
| Position | Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) |
| Age | 36 (Youngest ICC Chairman in history) |
| Predecessor | Greg Barclay |
| Vision | - Preparing for cricket's inclusion in the LA28 Olympics - Accelerating the growth of women's cricket - Balancing multiple formats of the game - Expanding global fan engagement |
| Experience | - Secretary, BCCI (since 2019) - Former district and state-level administrator with Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) - President of the Asian Cricket Council - Chair of ICC's Finance and Commercial Affairs Committee |
| Acknowledgment | Gratitude to Greg Barclay for his four years of leadership |
| Focus Areas | Inclusivity, sustainability, and global expansion of cricket |