MCC Introduces New World Cricket Connects Advisory Board with Jay Shah as Key Member
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Formation of New Advisory Board | MCC introduces the World Cricket Connects advisory board, replacing the World Cricket Committee. |
| Key Member | Jay Shah, ICC Chair and former BCCI Secretary, is a founding member. |
| Focus of the Advisory Board | Provides guidance on shaping the future of global cricket. |
| Key Forum | World Cricket Connects forum to discuss global cricket issues annually. |
| Leadership | Kumar Sangakkara, former MCC president, chairs the advisory board. |
| Noteworthy Members | Includes Sourav Ganguly, Graeme Smith, Andrew Strauss, Heather Knight, Sanjog Gupta, and others. |
| Scheduled Event | Second forum scheduled for June 7-8, 2025, before the World Test Championship final at Lord's. |
| Objectives | Shape the annual agenda, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and governance. |
| Legacy of Previous Committee | Influenced ICC policies, introducing DRS, World Test Championship, and day-night Tests. |