Overview

• Ganguly anticipated rigidity from Shah in their BCCI tenure but was impressed by his honesty and dedication to doing things properly for Indian cricket.
• They worked together at the BCCI from October 2019 to September 2022, steering the board through COVID-19 disruptions with a cooperative dynamic.
• Shah remained BCCI secretary until November 2024 before becoming the youngest-ever ICC chairman at age 36.
• Ganguly praises Shah’s evolution on the job, noting his strong support for players and commitment to learning.
• The pair continue to meet occasionally at ICC events, with Ganguly now chairing the ICC cricket committee.