\u201cI am deeply honoured to assume the presidency of the Asian Cricket Council,\u201d says Mohsin Naqvi
\n Lahore
\nPakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has become president of the Asian Cricket Council following a decision taken by the regional executive committee.
\nThe ACC executive committee held a virtual session in which the decision for Pakistan\u2019s presidency was taken.
\nNaqvi, who has served as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman since February 2024 will assume this prestigious role on April 3, the regional cricketing body said in a statement, adding that his appointment ushers in a new chapter of leadership for Asian cricket.
\n\u201cI am deeply honoured to assume the presidency of the Asian Cricket Council,\u201d said Naqvi.
\n\u201cAsia remains the heartbeat of world cricket, and I am committed to working with all member boards to accelerate the game\u2019s growth and global influence.\u201d
\n\u201cTogether, we will unlock new opportunities, foster greater collaboration, and take Asian cricket to unprecedented heights. I also extend my sincere thanks to the outgoing ACC President for his leadership and contributions to the ACC during his tenure.\u201d
\nThe presidents of the ACC are enlisted on a rotation-based method among the member countries.
\nNaqvi succeeded President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Shammi Silva. Reflecting on the transition, Silva shared his appreciation for the ACC community: \u201cIt has been a privilege to serve as President of the Asian Cricket Council.
\n\u201cThe steadfast commitment of our member boards working together has been pivotal in elevating ACC\u2019s stature across the region.\u201d
\n\u201cAs I step down, I have full confidence that under Naqvi\u2019s capable leadership, the ACC will continue its remarkable journey and thrive,\u201d Silva concluded.
\nNaqvi was appointed PCB chairman in February last year for a three-year term and apart from fulfilling the role of PCB chief, Naqvi is also the interior minister of Pakistan.
\nIt was also learnt that Naqvi made decisions to divide his duties with former captain of Pakistan cricket team Waqar Younis.
\nThe PCB chief will focus on administrative matters within the board and the veteran pacer will act as his advisor on cricket affairs.
\nYounis will oversee the cricket affairs including issues related to international and domestic cricket, the selection committee and the No Objection Certificates (NOCs) of the players.
\nThe Constitution of the PCB 2014 allows the chairman of the board to divide or share his power with another official.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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