1. Jay Shah to Replace Greg Barclay as ICC Chairman
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Jay Shah, BCCI secretary, is set to replace Greg Barclay as the new ICC chairman.
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Shah has the support of cricket boards from England and Australia, ensuring the necessary votes for his election.
India’s History of ICC Leadership
Jay Shah will become the third Indian to chair the ICC, following Jagmohan Dalmiya, Sharad Pawar, N Srinivasan, and Shashank Manohar.
His appointment will officially take place in November when he replaces Barclay.
Jay Shah’s Term as BCCI Secretary
Shah has one year left as BCCI secretary before a mandatory cooling-off period of three years begins in October 2025.
According to BCCI rules, an office bearer can serve for six years before requiring a cooling-off period and can hold office for up to 18 years in total (nine years in a state association and nine years in BCCI).
Youngest ICC Chairman in History
At 35 years old, Jay Shah will become the youngest chairman in the history of the ICC when he assumes the role in December 2024.
About the International Cricket Council (ICC)
It is the global governing body for cricket.
It was founded in 1909 as the Imperial Cricket Conference by representatives of England, Australia, and South Africa.
In 1989 its name was changed to the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Established - 15 June 1909
Headquarters - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Chairman - Jay Shah (November 2024)
CEO - Geoff Allardyce
2. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to Succeed Jay Shah as ACC President in 2025
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Mohsin Naqvi, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), is set to become the next President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) in January 2025. His term will last for two years.
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Current ACC President Jay Shah, Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), received a one-year extension in January 2024, continuing his third consecutive term.
Naqvi will oversee the Asia Cup in 2025 (T20I) in India and the 2027 edition in Bangladesh (ODI).
In addition, Naqvi will be responsible for managing the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be hosted by Pakistan.
The ACC, established in 1983, is a cricket organization dedicated to promoting and developing the sport in Asia.
Asian Cricket Council(ACC)
It was set up in 1983 to promote cricket in Asia.
All the test playing nations of Asia are its members namely. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
Headquarters : Colombo, Sri Lanka
BCCI
President: Roger Binny
Headquarters: Mumbai
Founded:1928
3. Gautam Gambhir Appointed as Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men)
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Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the Head Coach of Team India (Senior Men).
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The Cricket Advisory Committee (Ashok Malhotra, Jatin Paranjpe, and Sulakshana Naik) unanimously recommended his appointment.
Gambhir will take charge starting from the upcoming away series against Sri Lanka on July 27, 2024.
Background
Previous Head Coach: Rahul Dravid's term ended after the ICC T20 World Cup, 2024.
Application Process: The BCCI invited applications for the position on May 13, 2024, to appoint Dravid’s successor.
Rahul Dravid’s Tenure Highlights
Under Dravid's guidance, Team India won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2024.
The team finished as runners-up in the ICC 50-over World Cup, 2023, hosted in India.
Team India was also the runners-up in the ICC World Test Championship, 2023, hosted in England.
The team showcased dominance in bilateral series at home.
Gautam Gambhir’s Profile
Gambhir is a former Indian opener with significant contributions to Indian cricket.
He played crucial roles in India’s victories in the 2007 ICC World T20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.
As captain, he led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to IPL titles in 2012 and 2014.
In 2024, he served as a mentor for KKR, helping them secure their third IPL title.
Skills: He is known for his exceptional batting prowess and strategic acumen.
Responsibilities as Head Coach
Gambhir will oversee the development and performance of the Indian cricket team.
He aims to cultivate a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork.
Nurturing young talent will be a key focus.
He will prepare the team for future challenges on the global stage.
4. KKR Wins IPL Trophy for Third Time
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured their third Indian Premier League (IPL) title.
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They clinched victory with an emphatic eight-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the final.
Despite losing the toss, KKR displayed a clinical effort with the ball.
They restricted SRH to a mere 113 runs, marking the lowest-ever total in an IPL final.
KKR efficiently chased down the target of 114 runs with 57 balls to spare.
Venkatesh Iyer led the charge with an unbeaten 52 runs, supported by Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 39 runs.
SRH's Struggle:
Sunrisers Hyderabad struggled with the bat, being all out for 113 runs in 18.3 overs.
Skipper Pat Cummins was the highest scorer for SRH with 24 runs.
Key Performers:
Andre Russell starred for KKR, scalping 3 crucial wickets.
Mitchell Starc's impactful performance earned him the Player of the Match award.
About IPL :
Establishment: Founded by BCCI in 2007.
Teams: Ten franchise teams based on states or cities.
Timing: Annual event running from March to May.
Format: Men's Twenty20 cricket league.
Headquarters - Cricket Centre, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Most successful Team - Chennai Super Kings; Mumbai Indians; (5 titles each)
5. Rest of India won the 2023 Irani Cup by 175 runs
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Rest of India won the 2023 Irani Cup by defeating Saurashtra by 175 runs. This was Rest of India's 30th Irani Cup title.
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The match took place at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot, Gujarat from 1 October to 3 October 2023.
The Irani Cup marks the beginning of the Indian domestic cricket season.
It shows the match between the Ranji Trophy champions and the Rest of India team.
Hanuma Vihari led Rest of India, while Jaydev Unadkat captained Saurashtra.
Brief Score:
Rest of India: 308 (1st innings) and 160 (2nd innings)
Saurashtra: 214 (1st innings) and 79 (2nd innings)
Irani Cup:
It is organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
This is a four-day cricket match.
The tournament was started in the 1969–70 season in honor of the late BCCI treasurer Zal Irani.
6. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launches 'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' modules
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On 28 September 2023, Union Minister of Education and Skill Development Dharmendra Pradhan launched 'CRIIIO 4 GOOD', a new online, life skills learning module to empower youth and promote gender equality through cricket.
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The objective of the program is to promote gender equality among children and youth.
'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' was launched at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad in collaboration with ICC, UNICEF and BCCI.
The launch event was attended by various dignitaries and more than 1000 children.
Empowerment through cricket
'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' offers engaging and interactive learning modules.
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana presented the first module to school children at the stadium.
The program encourages the adoption of important life skills and promotes gender equality.
'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' module
'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' consists of eight cricket-based animation films.
These films address topics such as leadership, problem-solving, self-confidence, and teamwork.
They use examples from cricket to illustrate these life skills.
The program is free and available in English, Hindi and Gujarati.
Realism and local relevance
The films are made relevant by incorporating extensive research into local nuances.
This initiative is in line with the National Education Policy's emphasis on gender equality and equal opportunities.
'CRIIIO 4 GOOD' represents an important step towards empowering girls and promoting gender equality through cricket-based education.
7. Amrit Mathur's autobiography 'Pitchside: My Life in Indian Cricket'
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The book "Pitchside: My Life in Indian Cricket" is written by Amrit Mathur, a cricket administrator with vast experience.
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In the book, Mathur presents a first-person perspective on notable moments in Indian cricket history.
Through insightful anecdotes, Mathur presents a unique insider's perspective on some of Indian cricket's most memorable events.
Citing his close association with the game and its players for over three decades, Mathur shared his experiences.
Background of Amrit Mathur:
Mathur managed the Indian cricket team during the historic 1992 tour of South Africa.
He also played a role in PILCOM, the organizing committee of the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
Mathur served as the Chief Operating Officer of Delhi Daredevils and General Manager of BCCI.
The book details the significant events of cricket:
Friendship tour to South Africa in 1992
NatWest Series win in England in 2002
Participation in the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup in South Africa
India's tour of Pakistan in 2004
Indian Premier League (IPL) started in 2008
8. NITI Aayog released 'Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2022' report
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The ITI Commission released the 3rd edition of 'Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2022' for the States/UTs of India.
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The report was released by Vice President Suman Berry and other officials.
It aims to promote India as a global export player by leveraging regional competitiveness and diversity.
The focus is on export performance both at the state and district levels.
Objectives of EPI 2022
Empowering state governments with sector-specific insights for decision making.
Identify strengths and address weaknesses to promote comprehensive development.
To promote competitive federalism among the States/UTs.
Four Pillars of EPI 2022
Policy pillar: Evaluates the adoption of the export-related policy ecosystem and institutional framework at the state and district levels.
Business Ecosystem: Assesses the business environment, supporting infrastructure and transport connectivity in the States/UTs.
Export ecosystem: Focuses on export-related infrastructure, business support and research and development (R&D) to foster innovation.
Export Performance: Measures the growth, concentration and global market footprint of a state's exports.
Ten sub-pillars - Export Promotion Policy, Institutional Framework, Business Environment, Infrastructure, Transport, Connectivity, Export Infrastructure, Trade Support, R&D Infrastructure, Export Diversification, and Growth Orientation
Top Performing States/UTs
Coastal states including Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Gujarat performed well in all categories.
EPI 2022 Rankings
Rank | State | Category | Score |
1 | Tamil Nadu | Coastal | 80.89 |
2 | Maharashtra | Coastal | 78.20 |
3 | Karnataka | Coastal | 76.36 |
4 | Gujarat | Coastal | 73.22 |
5 | Haryana | Landlocked | 63.65 |
6 | Telangana | Landlocked | 61.36 |
7 | Uttar Pradesh | Landlocked | 61.23 |
8 | Andhra Pradesh | Coastal | 59.27 |
9 | Uttarakhand | Himalayan | 59.13 |
10 | Punjab | Landlocked | 58.95 |
9. Ajit Agarkar Appointed Chairman of Senior Men's Selection Committee
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The Board of Control of Cricket (BCCI) has appointed Ajit Agarkar as the chairman of the Senior Men's Cricket Selection Committee.
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The decision was made by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), consisting of Sulakshana Naik, Ashok Malhotra, and Jatin Paranjape.
After conducting interviews with several applicants, the CAC unanimously selected Ajit Agarkar for the position of chairman.
Composition of the Selection Committee:
The Senior Men's Selection Committee now consists of Ajit Agarkar as the chairperson.
Other members of the committee include Shiv Sundar Das, Subroto Banerjee, Salil Ankola, and Sridharan Sharath.
This committee will play a crucial role in selecting players for various international matches and tournaments.
Agarkar's Cricketing Career:
Ajit Agarkar is a former India all-rounder, known for his contributions to Indian cricket.
He represented the country in 26 Tests, 191 ODIs, and four T20Is.
Agarkar also has an impressive record in domestic cricket, having played 110 first-class matches, 270 List A matches, and 62 T20 matches.
About Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
It is the national governing body of cricket in India.
The headquarters of the BCCI is located at the Cricket Center near the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
The BCCI is responsible for the administration and organisation of cricket activities in India at both the national and international levels.
Establishment - December 1928
President - Roger Binny
CEO - Hemang Amin
Vice President - Rajeev Shukla
Men's Coach - Rahul Dravid
10. Shreyanka Patil becomes the first Indian cricketer to be a part of WCPL
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Shreyanka Patil became the first Indian cricketer to be signed for the Women's Caribbean Premier League (WCPL).
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She is the first Indian player to get a contract in a foreign league before making her international debut.
He has been selected to represent the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the WCPL, which will take place from 31 August to 10 September.
Shreyanka Patil was awarded the title of 'Player of the Tournament' in the Women's Emerging Asia Cup held in Hong Kong.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) allowed Indian women cricketers to participate in overseas cricket leagues.
Senior players like Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh have played in leagues like the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) and The Hundred.
On 14 March 2022, Cricket West Indies announced the first ever women's Caribbean Premier League to be held alongside the men's tournament.
About Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
It is the national governing body of cricket in India.
The headquarters of the BCCI is located at the Cricket Center near the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
The BCCI is responsible for the administration and organisation of cricket activities in India at both the national and international levels.
Establishment - December 1928
President - Roger Binny
CEO - Hemang Amin
Vice President - Rajeev Shukla
Men's Coach - Rahul Dravid
