‘We Are In Touch With Him…’: PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi Addresses Jay Shah’s Appointment As ICC Chairman

New Delhi: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed self assurance regarding Jay Shah’s recent appointment because the fresh chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), pointing out that there are no concerns over Shah’s promotion to the position.

Elected unopposed on the end of last month, Jay Shah will replace Greg Barclay as ICC chairman, as Barclay opted not to are seeking a 1/3 term. Shah’s elevation is a landmark in cricket administration as he should be the youngest to occupy this prestigious position. He joins the likes of Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N Srinivasan, and Shashank Manohar as prominent Indians to the head position within the ICC.

“We're involved with Jay Shah; there are no concerns about his turning into ICC Chairman. The ACC meeting is on September Eight and 9,” Naqvi told reporters, as quoted from Geo News.

Naqwi also revealed that discussions regarding the fresh Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president will take place on the upcoming ACC meeting. Naqvi stated that he wouldn't be attending the meeting but confirmed that Salman Nasir would represent Pakistan on his behalf.

“I'd not have the capacity to attend the meeting, and Salman Nasir will attend. The meeting will finalise matters related to the fresh president,” the PCB chairman said.

The ACC meeting is anticipated to serve as a important platform for finalizing leadership decisions and shaping the agenda for cricket across the region.

With Jay Shah gearing as much as take ICC chairman responsibility from December 1, 2024, all eyes in Pakistan are on web hosting the ICC Champions Trophy the following year. The u.s. of a is engaged in renovating and getting major works done at its premier venues, Karachi National Stadium, Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, fully prepared for the marquee event.

Naqvi confirmed that the PCB has been involved with the BCCI and stated, “The Champions Trophy should be held in Pakistan. We're involved with the boards of the teams taking part within the tournament.”