Dubai,dec 5
International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary, Jay Shah, visited the ICC headquarters in Dubai on Thursday for the first time after being sworn in as chairman. He met with the ICC Board Directors and staff during his visit. “This visit provided an invaluable opportunity to connect with my colleagues on the ICC Board, where we discussed the initial roadmap and strategies to shape the future of this incredible sport. I was equally delighted to meet with the dedicated ICC team working tirelessly behind the scenes to propel cricket forward,” Shah said, as quoted by the ICC.Shah described his visit as “productive and inspiring” while acknowledging the challenges ahead. “While I am encouraged by what I have seen, I recognise that this is just the beginning. The hard work to elevate cricket to unprecedented heights starts now, and I am confident that together, we will deliver on this vision,” he added.ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja commended Shah for his ambitious vision for the sport.”On behalf of the Board, I would like to welcome Mr Jay Shah to the role and share our enthusiasm for his tenure. Shah’s ambition and experience will be instrumental in guiding the ICC and the sport into the future. It has been a very productive visit for everyone, and we look forward to working alongside him, the Members, and the ICC team in achieving success,” Khwaja said.
