Jay Shah is all set to continue as the President of the Asian Cricket Council. The extension for another year was unanimously approved by the ACC Annual General Meeting in Bali on Wednesday 31st January. Jay Shah the Secretary of BCCI is already in the second year of his two-year tenure as the ACC Chief.
His extension was proposed by the President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), & his nomination was backed by all the ACC members as stated in the Press Release released by the ACC On Wednesday. Taking over the reins of the ACC in January 2021 from Nazmul Hassan, the President of the BCB Shah became the youngest administrator to be re-appointed as the ACC president.
The ACC presidency rotates among the full ICC members in the Continental body & Shah is the first person to secure two consecutive terms.
It was earlier reported about the ACC meeting in Bali on January 29 & the Possibility of discussions over the ACC President Position. In the end, SLC whose turn was next for the post, proposed Shah’s continuation, “Mr. Jay has been instrumental in leading the ACC to notable advancements in fostering and advancing cricket throughout the Asian region. Guided by Mr. Shah, the ACC has played a key role in discovering and nurturing emerging talents in cricketing giants such as Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka,” remarked Shammi Silva, the chief of SLC.
How ACC prospered in Jay Shah’s Tenure
The ACC board has applauded Shah’s pivotal role in steering the organization toward financial stability through strategic commercial and broadcast deals. Shah’s commitment to channeling financial resources to grassroot levels has uplifted associate members within the ACC, showcasing a comprehensive approach to cricket development.
Under Jay Shah’s tenure as President, the ACC has witnessed significant progress in promoting & developing cricket across the Asian region. Under his presidency, the ACC has organized Men’s & Women’s Asia Cups, Emerging Teams’ tournaments, and U19 competitions successfully.
Stakeholders Congratulating Jay Shah for his Successful Tenure
ACC Vice-President & Chairman of Oman Cricket, Pankaj Khimji expressed their confidence in Shah’s leadership & vision. He stated that they look forward to working closely with him to take the ACC to the next level. ACB Chairman & ACC Executive Board Member, Mirwais Ashraf has congratulated Shah for his financial prudence & ensuring their full support for another successful term.
What did Jay Shah say after his reappointment?
Speaking about his reappointment Jay Shah expressed his gratitude stating, “We need to stay dedicated to fostering comprehensive growth in the sport, especially in areas where it is still emerging,” he emphasized, reaffirming ACC’s dedication to cultivating cricket across Asia, paving the way for ongoing expansion and inclusiveness.”
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