Sentinel Digital Desk
Jay Shah, at 36, becomes the youngest and fifth Indian to lead the International Cricket Council (ICC). Shah assumed the position on Sunday after a five-year tenure as BCCI secretary.
Elected unopposed in August, Shah succeeds New Zealand’s Greg Barclay. His rise marks the third time in recent years that an Indian has chaired the ICC, following N Srinivasan and Shashank Manohar.
Unlike his predecessors, Shah enjoys full support from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This backing strengthens India’s influence in ICC decision-making processes.
Under Shah’s leadership, BCCI contributed significantly to the ICC’s revenue, accounting for 85%. India’s thriving cricket market also played a crucial role in the sport's inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.