'I Am Honoured': Former BCCI Secretary Jay Shah's First Words As New ICC Chairman
Jay Shah's role as ICC Chairman has come into effect today, and here's what he said in his first statement in his new role. Read below,
Former BCCI Secretary Jay Shah's new role of ICC Chairman has come into effect, as December 1 marks the new tenure of the 36-year-old. Jay Shah has replaced Greg Barclay at the helm, as all eyes will be on him, keeping in mind the ICC's upcoming latest verdict on Champions Trophy 2025 Saga.
A new chapter of global cricket begins today with Jay Shah starting his tenure as ICC Chair.
— ICC (@ICC) December 1, 2024
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"I am honoured to take on the role of ICC Chair and grateful for the support and trust of the ICC Directors and Member Boards. This is an exciting time for the sport as we prepare for the LA28 Olympic Games and work to make cricket more inclusive and engaging for fans worldwide," said Jay Shah, new ICC Chairman.
"We are at a critical juncture with the coexistence of multiple formats and the need to accelerate the growth of the women’s game. Cricket holds immense potential globally, and I look forward to working closely with the ICC team and Member countries to seize these opportunities and take the sport to new heights," said the former BCCI Secretary.
"I would also like to thank Greg Barclay for his leadership in the role for the past four years and the milestones achieved during that period. I look forward to working closely with the ICC team and the Member countries to expand the game’s reach and evolution on the global stage," he added.
Jay Shah then further went on to release in-detail tweets in concern with his role, where he highlighted the importance of fans and Test Cricket.
Here's a look at his tweets:
I am deeply honoured to begin my role as ICC Chair today. Cricket is a sport that unites millions across the globe, and this is a moment of immense responsibility and opportunity.
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) December 1, 2024
As we enter a transformative phase for cricket, I am committed to working closely with the ICC team and Member countries to grow the game’s global footprint and create new avenues for its development.
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) December 1, 2024
From grassroots initiatives to marquee events, my vision is to make cricket accessible to more people while ensuring its evolution meets the aspirations of fans worldwide.
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) December 1, 2024
Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the game, and I am dedicated to preserving its stature while enhancing its appeal to fans. Simultaneously, women's cricket will be a cornerstone of our growth strategy as we take the sport to new horizons.
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) December 1, 2024
I thank all Member Boards for their trust and support. Together, we will strive to take cricket to unprecedented heights, inspiring the next generation and uniting communities through our great game of cricket.
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) December 1, 2024
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