Categories: Appointments

Shashank Manohar quits as ICC Chairman

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman, Shashank Manohar has stepped down as the head of the cricket body after two-year tenures. ICC Board has decided that Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja will take the charge until Manohar’s successor is elected. The process for the Chairperson election is likely to be approved by the ICC Board within the next week.

Boost your Banking Awareness Knowledge with Adda247 Live Batch: WARRIOR 2.0 | Banking Awareness Batch for SBI, RRB, RBI and IBPS Exams

As per the ICC rules, Manohar could have stayed for another two-year-term as a maximum of three terms is allowed. But, he decided not to continue ahead of the all-important ICC meeting. As per reports, England’s Colin Graves is the frontrunner to succeed Manohar but recently, former Cricket West Indies chief Dave Cameron has also joined the race recently.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Chief Executive Officer of ICC: Manu Sahney.
  • Headquarters of ICC: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Find More Appointments Here

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Ballon d’Or 2026: All You Need to Know About Football’s Most Prestigious Award

The 70th Ballon d'Or is set to be announced on 26th October 2026 at the…

3 minutes ago

India’s First Cooperative-Sector Airline: Kerala Government Approves Flight Services Project

The State of Kerala has given its consent to an initiative of the Kerala Civil…

45 minutes ago

ISRO to Have Four Functional Launch Pads by 2029: V Narayanan Announces Expansion Plans

Chairman V. Narayanan said that ISRO intends to upgrade the number of operational launch pads…

1 hour ago

Cyclone Arnab 2026: Landfall Forecast for Andhra Pradesh on October 28

Cyclone Arnab has grown strong in the east-central and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and…

2 hours ago

Brazil Election 2026: Lula Wins Fourth Presidential Term Amid Political Division

President of Brazil Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wins a re-election by securing a win…

3 hours ago

Ahmedabad to Host 2029 World Weightlifting Championships for the First Time in India

Ahmedabad, a city in the state of Gujarat, is set to host the 2029 World…

3 hours ago