Devajit Saikia Elected as BCCI Secretary, Replacing Jay Shah
Saikia, a former first-class cricketer and experienced administrator, steps into the role as India faces challenges in Test cricket and prepares for major tournaments.
- Devajit Saikia, a former first-class cricketer from Assam, was elected unopposed as the new secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during a Special General Meeting in Mumbai.
- Saikia succeeds Jay Shah, who became chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in December 2024 after a successful tenure as BCCI secretary.
- Prabhtej Singh Bhatia was also elected as BCCI treasurer, replacing Ashish Shelar, who recently entered state politics in Maharashtra.
- Saikia has outlined immediate priorities for Indian cricket, including improving Test cricket performance, the upcoming home series against England, and preparations for the Champions Trophy in Dubai.
- The IPL 2025 schedule has been confirmed, with the tournament starting on March 21 at Eden Gardens, which will also host the final on May 25.