The Asian Cricket Council appointed Shammi Silva as Jay Shah's successor for the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) as president. He will begin his two-year term in 2025. There were reports that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman will be the next ACC president after Jay Shah. However, ACC announced that the President of Sri Lanka Cricket Shammi Silva, has officially assumed the Presidency of the ACC.
Shammi Silva also promised to work closely with all Asian member nations for the betterment of cricket in Asia.
“It is a great honour to lead the Asian Cricket Council. Cricket is the heartbeat of Asia, and I look forward to working closely with all member nations to elevate the game, provide opportunities for emerging talent, and strengthen the bonds that unite us through this beautiful sport.”
Silva also extended heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing President Jay Shah, for his exemplary leadership and significant contributions during his tenure. Under Shah’s stewardship, the ACC achieved remarkable milestones, including the successfully achieving highest value for its commercial rights of ACC Asia Cup tournaments for 2024–31, the introduction of a new pathway events structure, and the continued development and growth of cricket across its member nations.
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Shah has been the president of ACC for the last four years after receiving an extension for one year after the completion of his original three-year term.
Earlier there were reports circulating that when the ACC meets later this year, it will confirm that Naqvi will be the next president for a two-year term… When Jay Shah steps down, the PCB chief will take over.
