ICC Chair Jay Shah visits Dubai headquarters

• Newly elected ICC Chair Jay Shah commenced his tenure with a trip to ICC Headquarters.

Jay Shah visited the ICC Headquarters in Dubai for the first time in his role as ICC Chair on 5 December, where he met with the ICC Board Directors and staff.

“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,” Shah said, after his visit.

"I was equally delighted to meet with the dedicated ICC team working tirelessly behind the scenes to propel cricket forward.”

Shah described his visit as “productive and inspiring”, and acknowledged the long road ahead. “While I am encouraged by what I have seen, I recognize 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."

ICC Board representatives (L-R) Faruque Ahmed, Devajit Saikia, Mirwais Ashraf, Geoff Allardice, Imran Khwaja, Jay Shah, Tavengwa Mukuhlani, Mubashshir Usmani, Shammi Silva, Roger Twose, Dr. Mohammed Abdul Samad Moosajee, Mahinda Vallipuram gather at the ICC Headquarters for the visit of the new ICC Chair.

ICC Deputy Chair Imran Khwaja also 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,” Khawaja said.

“Mr 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 ICC team in achieving success.”

Shah succeeded Greg Barclay, who had held the post of ICC Chair since 2020. (ICC)