In a significant announcement, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed that its 94th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the upcoming elections will take place on September 28 at 11:30 AM at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. The elections will determine the next BCCI President and IPL Chairman, as the current incumbents’ tenures come to an end.

BCCI President Roger Binny, who has reached the maximum age limit of 70, will not be eligible to contest in the elections. Meanwhile, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal has completed his six-year tenure and will need to observe a three-year cooling-off period before contesting again, as per committee rules. Current BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, who has held the role for nine months after serving as Joint Secretary for over two years, will continue in his position, along with Joint Secretaries Rohan Gauns Desai and Prabhtej Bhatia, both in their first year.

Speculation is rife over who will succeed in key positions. Sanjay Naik, Mumbai Cricket Association Secretary, and BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla are both considered likely candidates for IPL Chairman, though nothing is confirmed. If Shukla secures the role, Rakesh Tiwari, Bihar Cricket Association President, could apply for the BCCI Vice President position to replace him.

Challenges and considerations for new leadership

The selection of a new BCCI President will unlikely be an easy choice given the prestige and the power this position wields. Binny's exit will create a vacuum that needs someone of stature in Indian cricket, preferably a former player or respected person, to now lead the organization. 

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Shukla, who has already served five years as BCCI Vice President under the Lodha Constitution, could continue if the National Sports Governance Act comes into effect before the AGM. The new governance law prevents a cooling-off period for any BCCI organized member positions, meaning he is free to stay in position even after completing his first six-year term. Elections will occur on September 28, and now the attention will shift to the official declaration of office bearers and the transition of leadership.

The veteran cricket administrator and former pace bowling all-rounder, Rajeev Shukla, is set to be replaced as the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in an interim capacity for Roger Binny, as the latter turned 70 this month. The BCCI sources have revealed the news through various media outlets. 

Binny replaced the former Indian captain, Sourav Ganguly, as the board president of the BCCI in 2022. He turned 70 on July 19, which has now crossed the age limit for an office-bearer of the Indian cricket board. The 65-year-old, Rajeev Shukla, is serving as the vice-president of the BCCI. He has been holding the position since 2022.

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Shukla would be the active chief of the BCCI until the fresh elections take place during the body’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in September. “As per convention, the senior-most office-bearer takes charge in such a scenario. He (Shukla) will perform that role until fresh elections are held in September.” The BCCI source has revealed that they would now have to make vital decisions.

Rajeev Shukla set to become acting BCCI president to replace Roger Binny

The Rajya Sabha MP from the Congress party has previously played the role of the chairman of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Very recently, C.K. Khanna had served as the acting BCCI president from the 2017 season to 2019 during the tenure of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators that governed the board for 33 months.

Binny was the president of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) before he took charge of the world’s richest cricket board three years ago. The former all-rounder of the side was a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning side under the leadership of Kapil Dev. On the flip side of the coin, he also went on to coach the Under-19 team of the Blue Brigade that won the World Cup 2000 for that group.

The position-holder will be required to make a huge decision on India’s participation against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025, which is expected to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The event will begin on September 09 and will be played across two venues- Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The 1983 World Cup winner and leading wicket-taker in that tournament, Roger Binny, is staying as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President at present, despite crossing the age limit. All the details of this new progress have been discussed here.

Last month, Roger Binny celebrated his 70th birthday. He became the BCCI President in October 2022, after replacing the former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly. However, according to the Supreme Court-approved BCCI constitution, Binny would now have to leave the Presidency role due to crossing the age limit, which was below 70 years. 

However, the scenario has changed slightly after the National Sports Bill was passed in parliament on Tuesday. BCCI will now come under the purview of the National Sports Bill. If global bodies haven't set any age limit, the National Sports Federations' office bearers can continue till the age of 75. As the International Cricket Council (ICC) hasn't specified the age limit, the BCCI can follow the National Sports Bill, but the state unit members have to agree on it. 

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Roger will continue till board meeting in September

The BCCI will hold the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in September. The fate of Roger Binny as the BCCI President can be decided in the upcoming BCCI AGM. According to the recent PTI report, till the BCCI AGM, the 1983 World Cup winner will continue in the BCCI President role. 

An unnamed source told PTI, "Roger will continue till board meeting in September. Whether he will get a fresh term depends on what members and other powerful people associated with the BCCI decide."

There are other points to discuss in the bill

The former Indian bowler and the current president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Roger Binny, will turn 70 on July 19 in 2025. The former pacer, who was the highest wicket-taker during their title-winning campaign during the 1983 Prudential World Cup, is set to vacate his post as the president from tomorrow due to the BCCI age-gap rule.

On October 18, three years ago, Binny replaced former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly as the new BCCI president. He led the apex cricket board for three years, as the fans now will need to wait till the next Annual General Meeting (AGM).

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The reports have revealed that as Binny vacates the position, Rajeev Shukla will be the leading contender to succeed the 1983 World Cup winner. Notably, Shukla serves as the BCCI vice-president, as the 65-year-old is the new and most likely candidate to replace Binny as the interim president until the elections later in the year. The upcoming AGM in September will make the final decision.

Roger Binny to step down from BCCI president position as this veteran set to replace

Notably, the BCCI has kept an age cap on the officials working within the board. It shows the officials holding any post after turning 70, as the issue was raised and brought to the Supreme Court’s notice in 2016 after recommendations from the Lodha committee. It gives the example of the former president Jagmohan Dalmiya, who was in office till the age of 75.

The guidelines for a person to hold an office in the apex cricket board of India require that they be a citizen of India and haven’t crossed the 70-years age of. It’s vital for the individual not to be declared as insolvent or of unsound mind. He also should not be a minister, government servant, or hold a public office. Apart from cricket, the person should not hold any office or post in the sports or athletic association or federation.

It's also important for the individual not to be an office bearer of the BCCI for a total period of nine years. In Binny’s absence, Rajiv Shukla will need to take care of all the actions in the India-Pakistan tensions for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025.

In a heartfelt moment at the Wankhede Stadium on April 17, 2025, BCCI President Roger Binny honored former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma. The occasion marked a celebration of Sharma’s illustrious 18-year participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL), through which he established himself as both an accomplished player and an effective leader. The Wankhede Stadium animations rose with respect during IPL 2025 when Sunrisers Hyderabad met Mumbai Indians as Roger Binny presented the BCCI honor to Rohit Sharma for his outstanding career achievements. An item was presented to Sharma in recognition of his dedication that fostered both franchise growth and IPL's international cricket expansion.

Rohit Sharma established an overwhelming legacy through his appearances in the IPL. Upon his IPL debut in 2008, Sharma rapidly gained fame through his beautiful batting style and remarkable cricket insights. Rohit Sharma established himself among the most triumphant IPL leaders by winning five IPL titles with the Mumbai Indians while serving as their captain. His capacity to stay composed under high-pressure situations alongside his gift in developing future talents has made him earn widespread admiration from his team members and competitors and the entire fan base. Sharma's captivating personality, along with his sporting conduct, has turned him into a widely loved figure whose match-winning achievements and humorous media appearances remain permanently engraved within IPL history.

During the ceremony, fans honored Sharma's continuing influence over IPL. The crowd reacted with thunderous applause when Roger Binny presented the memento while fans chanted Sharma's name as part of their strong backing. The BCCI made this gesture to highlight players who have marked the evolution of the IPL through their contributions. Sharma earned this recognition as he left his captaincy role but continued being an essential player for Mumbai Indians through his unshakeable dedication to cricket.

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A Legacy That Inspires

Rohit Sharma's participation in IPL evaluates to a narrative about his perseverance alongside his roles as a leader and his outstanding performance. The Wankhede moment stands as a proper tribute to a cricketer who uses his talent for entertainment while inspiring people through generations until today. Fans and contemporaries of Sharma will forever treasure his Wankhede moment, as the achievement stands as a notable milestone in his successful career.