PCB Chief Ramiz Raja‘s proposal of a four-nation tournament has been rejected by ICC Board. It has ended the speculations of possible India vs Pakistan battle other than the ICC tournaments. However, on business terms, it is a big setback for Pakistan Cricket Board as they were looking for a massive revenue from this tournament, which could have ultimately help into the board’s development.
ICC Meeting has been concluded on Sunday following a two-day meet-up in Dubai.
ICC New Chairman?
Another big decision was taken regarding the ICC’s new chairman who will be appointed after October. It’s a big win for Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) as it got sufficient time to finalize its nomination for the board chairman. BCCI’s AGM will take place in September which will decide the fate of the next ICC Board chairman.
“There has been no discussion on the renomination of Barclay. But he will finish his current two year term as a chairman till end of October. So the process of nominating a new chairman only starts in November“
an ICC Board member told PTI
Current Chairman Gregor Barclay will complete his two-year term in october. As per speculations, the new ICC Chief could be an Indian from the BCCI.
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Jay Shah included in ICC Cricket Committee
In another major development, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah has been included in ICC cricket committee.
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