“Jay Shah Bhai I Know…”: Gautam Gambhir, High Cricketers React As He Will get Elected ICC Chairman

India head coach Gautam Gambhir, BCCI president Roger Binny, and all-rounder Hardik Pandya led the lengthy record of joyous members of the cricketing fraternity in lauding Jay Shah, who was on Tuesday elected unopposed because the ICC Chairman. BCCI secretary Shah was elected unopposed as the subsequent ICC head, making him the youngest ever to achieve the head of worldwide cricket administration on the age of 35. 

“Congratulations to BCCI Honorary Secretary Mr. Jay Shah for being elected unopposed as the subsequent Unbiased Chair of the Worldwide Cricket Council,” the BCCI posted in its official ‘X’, previously twitter, deal with.

Congratulations to BCCI Honorary Secretary Mr. Jay Shah for being elected unopposed as the subsequent Unbiased Chair of the Worldwide Cricket Council.@JayShah pic.twitter.com/sKZw4mdRvi

— BCCI (@BCCI) August 27, 2024

Gambhir, who has taken over as head coach from Rahul Dravid, mentioned: “Many congrats @JayShah bhai! I do know world cricket will develop tremendously below your distinctive management!”

Many congrats @JayShah bhai! I do know world cricket will develop tremendously below your distinctive management! pic.twitter.com/4AubdEq8Cj

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) August 27, 2024

Pandya, who performed a pivotal position in India’s current T20 World Cup triumph wrote: “Congratulations @Jay Shah bhai on being elected because the youngest chairman of ICC.

“Sit up for seeing you’re taking cricket to even larger heights. Your imaginative and prescient and drive will assist ICC, identical to it did with BCCI.”

Congratulations @JayShah bhai on being elected because the youngest chairman of ICC. Sit up for seeing you’re taking cricket to even larger heights. Your imaginative and prescient and drive will assist ICC, identical to it did with BCCI. https://t.co/IxXWaSpP1b

— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) August 27, 2024

Binny, the 1983 World Cup winner, rated Shah as a “sturdy pillar” of BCCI. “I take this chance to congratulate Mr. Jay Shah on his appointment because the impartial chair of the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC). He has been a powerful pillar because the BCCI Honorary Secretary and the President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC).

“He has been a cornerstone in ideating and implementing a few of the pathbreaking initiatives in cricket. As he takes over because the ICC Chairman, I’m certain his foresight and management will additional improve the status and well-being of our beloved recreation,” he mentioned.

Former Indian captain and head coach Anil Kumble mentioned: “Jay Shah’s election as ICC Chair marks a brand new chapter in international cricket. Congratulations and greatest needs for the journey forward!” Ravi Shastri, one other former Indian captain and head coach, mentioned: “Congratulations to @JayShah on being elected unopposed as ICC Chairman—the youngest ever at simply 35! His expertise operating @BCCI will undoubtedly serve him properly.

“The cricket neighborhood might be relaxation assured that Jay will work tirelessly to assist World Cricket and @ICC to appreciate their full potential and take them to a different stage.”

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla added: “I wish to want Mr. Jay Shah all the perfect in his new position on the ICC. He has been a visionary and has taken nice delight in ensuring that the sport of cricket reaches newer heights and reaches a wider viewers. His forthright method and astute management means the sport of cricket will proceed to prosper throughout the globe.”

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara wrote in his ‘X’ deal with: “Heartiest congratulations to @JayShah on being elected because the ICC Chair. Beneath your visionary management, cricket is about to the touch new heights globally.” Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh too hailed Shah’s appointment.

“Congratulations to Secretary @BCCI Shri @Jai Shah Ji in your election, unopposed, as Chairman @ICC. Assured that the ICC will profit out of your expertise of dealing with Indian cricket. Your management will information world cricket to a brand new peak. My greatest needs.”

Senior batter Ajinkya Rahane mentioned: “Congratulations Jay bhai in your appointment because the ICC chairman.”

Former sports activities minister and BCCI administrator Anurag Thakur too congratulated Shah on his new position.

“Congratulations to our BCCI Secretary, Sh. @JayShah in your new position and accountability as the subsequent Chairperson of the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC), the supreme physique of cricket.

“Your elevation because the youngest-ever cricket administrator is a second of immense delight and celebration for all Indians, serving as a testomony to India’s rise on the worldwide stage,” he mentioned.

India pacer Mohammed Siraj wished Shah success in his new stint.

“A large second. My greatest needs to @Jay Shah Sir on being elected as the brand new ICC chairman. Might you develop to larger heights and proceed doing tremendous work for our sport. Congratulations.”

With PTI Inputs