On April 13, the International Cricket Council (ICC) shared the news that Sourav Ganguly, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, will stick around as the chair of the Men’s Cricket Committee. Ganguly, who jumped into this role back in 2021 after taking over from his old teammate Anil Kumble, leads a team of six that’s all about improving our beloved sport on a global level. Kumble had been the chair for a maximum of three terms, each lasting three years, before stepping aside.
Recently, Ganguly also played a role as the Director of Cricket for the Delhi Capitals Women’s team in the Women’s Premier League, where the team made it all the way to the final in the 2025 edition. That’s quite an achievement!
Joining Ganguly in this committee is the well-known former Indian player VVS Laxman, who is making a return to the panel. There’s an unexpected addition too—Temba Bavuma, who currently leads the South African ODI and Test teams. The lineup also includes notable names like Hamid Hassan, Desmond Haynes, and Jonathan Trott.
Here’s the full roster of the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee: Sourav Ganguly, Hamid Hassan, Desmond Haynes, Temba Bavuma, VVS Laxman, and Jonathan Trott. This committee really has a big job; they help decide the future of cricket. They provide advice to the ICC Board on various cricket matters, which covers everything from the rules of the game to any potential changes in how the game is played. They’re also on top of the integration of modern tech in the sport, including things like the Decision Review System (DRS), and keeping an eye on issues like illegal bowling actions.
These appointments are the result of recommendations from the ICC’s Chief Executives Committee, which includes Jay Shah, the secretary of the BCCI and the current ICC chair. Their goal is to help cricket grow worldwide and keep things steady, especially at a time when the sport faces both challenges and new chances to thrive.
On top of all this, the ICC announced a support program for displaced Afghan women cricketers, making a commitment to assist them in various ways to boost their growth and well-being. With Ganguly leading the way, this committee is likely to keep pushing the boundaries of the sport with fresh ideas. Plus, having Laxman and current players like Bavuma on board is sure to make the mission even stronger.
