Former Delhi cricket captain Mithun Manhas stands as the sole candidate for Board of Control for Cricket in India president after nominations closed Sunday. The 45-year-old batsman never represented India internationally but moved into administrative roles following his first-class career. BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed the unopposed election will take place September 28. Roger Binny stepped down from the presidency in August upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70 years. Senior Bharatiya Janata Party members and BCCI officials selected Manhas during Saturday discussions at Home Minister Amit Shah's residence.
Manhas recently served as director for the cricket association in Indian-administered Kashmir before his presidential nomination. Devajit Saikia will continue his role as BCCI secretary while Shukla remains vice-president after his interim presidency period. The BCCI has become cricket's most financially successful national board through lucrative sponsorship agreements and television contracts. India's massive cricket following has generated millions of dollars in revenue for the organization.
Manhas recently served as director for the cricket association in Indian-administered Kashmir before his presidential nomination. Devajit Saikia will continue his role as BCCI secretary while Shukla remains vice-president after his interim presidency period. The BCCI has become cricket's most financially successful national board through lucrative sponsorship agreements and television contracts. India's massive cricket following has generated millions of dollars in revenue for the organization.
