Rajeev Shukla to Take Over as Acting BCCI President in July 2025

Rajeev Shukla to Become Acting BCCI President in July 2025: Sources Confirm.

BCCI President List In a major development within Indian cricket administration, Rajeev Shukla, Vice President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is set to become the acting BCCI President in July 2025. The move follows the retirement of current BCCI President Roger Binny, who will step down after reaching the board’s mandatory retirement age of 70 on July 19.

According to sources, Rajeev Shukla, aged 65, will assume the position on an interim basis for three months. The BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for September 2025, by which time Shukla will turn 66. Reports suggest he is a likely candidate to contest for the full-time BCCI President post during the AGM.

Roger Binny’s Accomplishments as BCCI President

Roger Binny, who took over from Sourav Ganguly in October 2022, has had a notable tenure. His term saw significant successes for Indian cricket, including:

• India’s victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024
• Winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025
• The launch of the Women’s Premier League (WPL)
• Major reforms in domestic cricket incentives and senior player engagement

His leadership has been widely praised for elevating both men’s and women’s cricket, and for strengthening India’s domestic cricket infrastructure.

Rajeev Shukla: A Seasoned Cricket Administrator

Rajeev Shukla brings a deep understanding of cricket administration, having held key roles within the BCCI, including as former IPL Chairman. His upcoming appointment is expected to ensure continuity and stability as the BCCI prepares for its next phase of leadership.

With his extensive experience, Shukla is poised to guide Indian cricket through this transitional phase effectively.