Today, name of Narayanaswami Srinivasan was confirmed as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in a 52-member full council approved amendments to the ICC’s Memorandum and Articles of Association at the annual conference held in Melbourne.
Srinivasan was elected as BCCI, chairman before investigations in IPL fixing of 2013 related had started. The Supreme Court of India from carrying out his duties as BCCI President.However, after the apex court refused to stop his nomination to the ICC position, decks were cleared for his anointment to the newly-created post. With restructing revamp major executive decision-making authority to the ‘Big Three’ of the game – India, Australia and England will be given.”
In a statement from ICC Srinivasan said,”It is an honour to be confirmed as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council. I will leave no stone unturned in trying to strengthen the pillars and foundations of our sport, both on and off the field.I want to ensure that cricket retains and grows its popularity, and that the ICC plays a leading role in this global growth. I want to see more strong teams in international cricket. For this to be achieved, we all need to work hard to develop local talent in our countries. Naturally, there will be more support to those who first show they can help themselves,” he added.
