Arun Jaitley Son Rohan Jaitley to Replace Jay Shah as New BCCI General Secretary: Reports

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In a significant development within the cricketing world, Rohan Jaitley, the son of the late politician Arun Jaitley, has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Jay Shah as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary. This development hinges on the possibility of Shah running for the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairmanship, a position that will soon become vacant.

Greg Barclay, the current ICC chairman, recently confirmed that he would not be seeking a third term. Barclay, who was appointed as the Independent ICC Chair in November 2020 and re-elected in 2022, will step down from the post when his term ends in November 2024. His departure sets the stage for a new leader to take over, with Jay Shah among the frontrunners.

Shah's potential candidacy for the ICC chairmanship appears strong, with reports suggesting that he has garnered significant support from ICC board members. Shah, who serves on the powerful ICC Finance and Commercial Affairs (F&CA) sub-committee, has until August 27 to file his nomination. Should he choose to run, the election appears to be a formality, given the overwhelming backing he reportedly enjoys.

However, speculation continues over whether Shah will indeed file his nomination. If he does, it opens the door for Rohan Jaitley to step into the role of BCCI secretary. Sources suggest that Jaitley's appointment is supported by 15 out of the 16 BCCI members, making his elevation a strong possibility.

Who is Rohan Jaitley?

Rohan Jaitley is currently the president of the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). He is also the son of the late Arun Jaitley, a prominent Indian politician and former Minister of Finance. As the head of DDCA, Rohan has played an active role in managing Delhi cricket, including overseeing the ongoing Delhi Premier League at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Though Jaitley's appointment as BCCI secretary depends on Shah's decision, there appears to be a strong consensus in his favor. If Shah steps up to the ICC role, Jaitley is expected to succeed him at the BCCI, while other officials such as BCCI president Roger Binny will continue in their roles for another year.

The BCCI and ICC are both at pivotal points, and the decisions made in the coming days will shape the future of cricket governance.