Jay Shah, the current honorary secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been elected unopposed as the Independent Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). He will assume his position on 1 December, 2024. Current ICC Chairman Greg Barclay would not seek a third term and would step down after his tenure in November this year.
Shah’s election marks a significant moment as he becomes the youngest ever chairman of cricket’s governing body. His commitment lies in expanding the global reach and popularity of cricket, especially with its upcoming inclusion in the LA 2028 Olympics.
Q.: Who has been elected as the youngest ever Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) ?
A) Sourav Ganguly
B) Jay Shah
C) Rahul Dravid
D) Anil Kumble
Answer: B) Jay Shah
Jay Shah, the current honorary secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been elected unopposed as the Independent Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). He will assume his position on 1 December, 2024.
