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The newly-elected ICC Chairman, Jay Shah, has been recognized by legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar for his efforts as BCCI secretary in prioritizing both men’s and women’s cricket, making the Indian board a “pioneer” for other cricket governing bodies.
Shah, who began his tenure with the BCCI in October 2019, will step down after five years to assume the role of independent chairman of the International Cricket Council starting December 1.
Tendulkar, along with several former and current players, extended his congratulations to Shah, who will become the youngest ICC chairman in history at the age of 35.
“Being enthusiastic and having the drive to do something good for cricket are essential qualities for a cricket administrator. @JayShah displayed these traits wonderfully during his stint as @BCCI secretary,” Tendulkar wrote on X.
“His endeavours towards prioritising both women’s cricket and men’s cricket have made the BCCI a pioneer that other boards can follow. I wish him the very best of luck towards the next phase of his journey, as he becomes the youngest chairman of the @ICC,” he said.
Shah will be the fifth Indian to lead the ICC, and Tendulkar expressed hope that he will continue to uphold the legacy.
“India has sent several luminaries to lead the ICC as administrators: Mr. Jagmohan Dalmiya, Mr. Sharad Pawar, Mr. N. Srinivasan, and Mr. Shashank Manohar. I am sure he will build on their legacy and take the game of cricket forward,” he added.
Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly, wrote, “Congratulations to Jay Shah @JayShah on his new role as ICC chair.. wish him a great journey ahead ..”
Virat Kohli also congratulated Shah for his new role, “Many congratulations @JayShah on being elected as the ICC chairman. Wishing you great success ahead.”
India’s Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma wrote, “Heartiest Congratulations @JayShah.”
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