Jay Shah's Visionary Tenure as ICC Chairman

Newly-elected ICC Chairman Jay Shah aims to prioritize Test cricket, elevate the game globally, and dismantle barriers hindering cricket's progress. With a focus on women's and differently-abled cricket, Shah commits to making his tenure transformative, coinciding with cricket's expected debut at the 2028 Olympics.

Jay Shah, the newly-elected ICC Chairman, declares his intent to make Test cricket the 'bedrock' of the game during his term. He succeeds Greg Barclay on December 1, becoming the youngest ICC Chairman at the age of 35 for a two-year term.

The outgoing BCCI secretary plans to set up a talent search program while prioritizing the global elevation of cricket standards. Shah emphasized that his role is to meet high expectations and focus on Test cricket's significance alongside popular formats like T20.

Shah also commits to championing women's and differently-abled cricket, underlining the importance of making these sectors vibrant and thriving. With cricket set for its historic debut at the 2028 Olympics, Shah sees his term as a transformative era for the sport.

(With inputs from agencies.)