A new chapter unfolds in global cricket as Jay Shah officially takes charge as the Chair of the International Cricket Council on December 1. The chair passed to Shah from Greg Barclay, who has been there since November 2020. Shah has clarified his vision in the inaugural statement, saying that his main focus will be justifying cricket's inclusion in the Los Angeles Olympics 2028. He is aiming to utilize the tournament as a transformational opportunity and prioritizing the growth of the women's game. Shah said, "I am honoured to take on the role of ICC Chair and grateful for the support and trust of the ICC Directors and Member Boards. This is an exciting time for the sport as we prepare for the LA28 Olympic Games and work to make cricket more inclusive and engaging for fans worldwide. We are at a critical juncture with the coexistence of multiple formats and the need to accelerate the growth of the women's game. Cricket holds immense potential globally, and I look forward to working closely with the ICC team and Member countries to seize these opportunities and take the sport to new heights." A new chapter of global cricket begins today with Jay Shah starting his tenure as ICC Chair.Details: https://t.co/y8RKJEvXvl pic.twitter.com/Fse4qrRS7a — ICC (@ICC) December 1, 2024 Jay Shah's journey from Gujarat to ICC Jah Shah started his journey as an administrator in 2009, when he was a part of the Gujarat Cricket Association. He was an important face behind the renovation of the world's largest stadium, the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad. Later in 2019, the Board of Cricket Council in India signed him as the youngest-ever Honorary Secretary. He was in that role until he stepped down for his ICC responsibilities. Jay Shah has also served the Asian Cricket Council as the President and has chaired the ICC's Finance and Commercial Affairs Committee. Shah became the Chair of ICC during a crucial transformation of cricket—be it the evolution of women's cricket or cricket getting global recognition due to the LA28 Olympics. Nevertheless, Shah has also thanked his predecessor, Greg Barclay, saying, "I would like to thank Greg Barclay for his leadership in the role for the past four years and the milestones achieved during that period."