Sachin Tendulkar takes the internet by storm with a detailed message following Jay Shah’s appointment as ICC chairman; Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also weigh in
The iconic Sachin Tendulkar, former captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, along with current India ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli, extended their congratulations to Jay Shah on his unopposed election as the new chairperson of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Tendulkar, along with many other former and current players, sent his congratulations to Jay Shah, who will become the youngest ICC chairman in history at 35.
“Being passionate and driven to improve cricket are crucial traits for a cricket administrator. @JayShah has showcased these qualities exceptionally well during his time as @BCCI secretary,” Tendulkar posted on X.
“He has made significant efforts to prioritize both women’s and men’s cricket, establishing the BCCI as a model for other boards. I wish him the best as he embarks on this new phase as the youngest chairman of the @ICC,” he continued.
Shah will be the fifth Indian to lead the ICC, and Tendulkar expressed hope that he will continue the legacy of his predecessors.
“India has previously had distinguished leaders in the ICC, including Mr. Jagmohan Dalmiya, Mr. Sharad Pawar, Mr. N. Srinivasan, and Mr. Shashank Manohar. I am confident he will build on their legacy and advance the game of cricket,” he added.
Ganguly, Kohli, Rohit join in
Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly, who was the BCCI president during Shah’s first term wrote, “Congratulations to Jay Shah @JayShah on his new role as ICC chair.. wish him a great journey ahead ..
India’s batting mainstay Virat Kohli also congratulated Shah for his new role. “Many congratulations @JayShah on being elected as the ICC chairman. Wishing you great success ahead,” he wrote.
India’s Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma wrote, “Heartiest Congratulations @JayShah.” Jasprit Bumrah also extended his wishes, “Congratulations @Jay Shah bhai! Your passion for the game will ensure it’s taken to the next level. Wishing you lots of luck!”
