Mamata Banerjee mocks Amit Shah's son's ICC position, calls it a 'most elevated achievement'
Jay Shah’s election as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Banerjee wrote, “Congratulations, Union Home Minister!!! Your son has not become a politician, but has become the ICC Chairman — a post much much more important than most politicians'!!! Your son has indeed become very very powerful and I congratulate you on his this most elevated achievement indeed! Kudos!!”
Who is Jay Shah
Jay Shah has made history as the youngest-ever ICC Chairman at the age of 35. He will assume the role from Greg Barclay in December. Shah’s rise in the cricketing world is notable, having started as the son of Amit Shah, India's powerful Home Minister and close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His journey in cricket administration began with his role as the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) joint secretary in 2013. Under his watch, the construction of the world’s largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad began.
Shah became BCCI Secretary in 2019, overseeing the remarkable growth of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The IPL’s broadcast rights were sold in 2022 for a record $6.2 billion, highlighting the league's massive global appeal. His tenure at BCCI has also seen significant changes, including the establishment of the Women’s Premier League in 2023.
Why has Jay Shah's appointment come under fire
Shah’s ambitions extend beyond the domestic scene. As the head of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), he has been a key advocate for cricket’s return to the Olympic Games, aiming for its
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