BCCI's Interim President Change: Rajeev Shukla to Succeed Roger Binny Following Retirement
Rajeev Shukla, a seasoned cricket administrator and senior politician, is set to become the interim President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from July 2025. This change comes as Roger Binny, the current president, steps down due to reaching the BCCI's mandatory age cap of 70 years on July 19, 2025.
As the current BCCI Vice President, Shukla will assume the acting president position for about three months until the BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in September 2025, when elections for the full-time president will be held. He is expected to be a candidate for the full-time role at that time.
Shukla's extensive experience in cricket administration makes him a natural fit for this role. He has served in various key positions within the BCCI, including heading the Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council from 2011 to 2017. His media savvy, organisational skills, and ability to maintain relationships across the political and cricketing spectrum are well known.
Roger Binny's tenure as president has been steady, with a focus on domestic cricket development and global cricket diplomacy. Under his leadership, the board has seen significant growth, including the introduction of the Women's Premier League (WPL). Shukla's interim presidency will ensure continuity during this period, with a focus on strengthening the domestic cricket structure, India's preparations for upcoming ICC tournaments, IPL expansion, and international scheduling.
The age-related rule in the BCCI constitution, established by the Lodha Committee reforms, states that no individual above the age of 70 years can hold a post in the BCCI. This rule applies to Binny, who is stepping down as BCCI President, and Shukla, who will become interim president.
Binny's departure is being seen as a routine process rather than a forced exit, reflecting the respect and admiration he has earned during his tenure. Shukla's interim presidency is expected to be a smooth transition, providing stability and continuity for the BCCI.
| Name | Rajeev Shukla | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Position | Interim President of BCCI (from July 2025) | | Reason for Interim Role | Succeeds Roger Binny, who is stepping down due to age cap (turning 70)| | Current Role | BCCI Vice President | | Tenure | Interim until September 2025 AGM | | Background | Veteran cricket administrator, former IPL chairman (2011-2017), senior politician |
- Rajeev Shukla's extensive experience in cricket administration, politics, and finance, along with his leadership skills in business and sports, make him well-suited for his role as the interim President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
- During his tenure as interim President, Shukla's focus will be on strengthening the domestic cricket structure, ensuring India's preparations for upcoming International Cricket Council (ICC) tournaments, expanding the Indian Premier League (IPL), and managing international scheduling.
- The rules of the BCCI constitution, established by the Lodha Committee reforms, mandate that no individual above the age of 70 years can hold a post in the BCCI, affecting both Roger Binny and Rajeev Shukla, as Binny steps down due to reaching the age cap and Shukla assumes his interim role.
