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Jay Shah Poised to Depart ACC Presidency for Potential ICC Chairman Seat: Reports

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The Asian Cricket Council's Annual General Meetings (AGM) are set to unfold in Bali, Indonesia, with a spotlight on Jay Shah, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary. Speculation surrounds Shah's future, particularly as reports by Cricbuzz suggest his potential transition to the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman role.

Key decisions loom for the ACC, notably concerning broadcast rights and the venue for the upcoming Asia Cup, slated for T20 format. With the tournament's significance in Asian cricket, bidding for rights promises intensity, especially with shifts in India's sports broadcasting landscape. Inviting top broadcasters underscores the event's gravity.

Controversy swirls regarding venue eligibility, as Associate members eye hosting rights against a clause favoring Full Member Asian nations. The UAE and Oman emerge as contenders, sparking debate over prior events hosted outside Full Member territories.

While not officially on the AGM agenda, discussions may orbit around Shah's tenure as ACC president. Shah's potential ascension to the ICC chairmanship, with elections slated for November, hinges on his departure from current roles to avoid conflicts of interest.

Should Shah clinch the ICC role, relinquishing both ACC and BCCI positions becomes imperative, aligning with governance norms. His potential departure marks a significant shift in cricketing leadership, paving the path for new faces in the sport's administrative landscape.