Jay Shah Elected as ICC Chairman, Set to Begin Tenure
Jay Shah is set to officially begin his tenure as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1, having been elected unopposed. Shah’s tenure, under new ICC regulations, will now extend from the current two years to three years, and he will be eligible for re-election for a second term. This means Shah could potentially serve as chairman for six years, a change aimed at providing longer stability in ICC leadership. Future elected chairs, however, will not be eligible for a third term, ensuring rotation in leadership.
Additionally, the ICC announced the nomination of Scott Weenink and Scott Edwards as Full Member and Associate Member representatives to the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee, respectively. Additionally, Dr. John Maclean will take over the Medical Advisory Committee from Dr. Roger Hawkes, who retired.
ICC Boosts Women’s Cricket with Expanded Tournaments and ODI Status
In a significant move to support the growth of women’s cricket, the ICC has introduced new structures for women’s Associate Members (AM). Starting in 2025, the ICC will host two annual T20I tournaments for AM teams, offering 24 teams the chance to qualify for the 16-team ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2030. This initiative is part of the ICC’s broader push to enhance the global reach of women’s cricket, particularly during its events in the 2028-2031 cycle.
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Additionally, the ICC will grant ODI status to women’s AM teams during the 2025-2029 cycle. Two teams that qualify for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier in 2025 will automatically earn ODI status. The remaining three slots will be awarded based on ICC T20I rankings during annual updates, further elevating the stature of women’s cricket globally.
