ICL to have Kapil as head of its executive board

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) The breakaway Indian Cricket League (ICL) today in a surprise move, announced former India captain and one of the legends of the game Kapil Dev as the head of its Executive Board.

The other members of the board include former chief selector Kiran More, former England captain Tony Greg and Australian cricketer-turned-commentator Dean Jones.

The announcements were made by Himanshu Modi, Business Head of Zee Sports at a conference here today. He further said that more positions would be finalised later.

Kapil who was also present on the occasion said he was delighted to be associated with the League and would utilise his experience to nurture young talent.

''It's great pleasure to lead the Executive Board of the ICL, the first Professional League. I will try and utilise my experience of motivating and guiding players, both as captain and coach, to take the young talent to the pinnacle of success,'' said country's lone World Cup winning captain.

UNI