Greg Barclay re-elected as ICC Chairman


image-ladhuiwkGreg Barclay (Source: AP)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) board have confirmed that Greg Barclay has been re-elected as the chairman of the cricket body. 

Barclay has now secured his place at the helm of the apex body for a second two-year term. 

He was previously the Chair of New Zealand Cricket (NZC) and was a director of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2015.

Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani was expected to provide strong competition to  Barclay for the ICC chairman's post in the elections.

Commenting on his re-appointment Greg Barclay in an official release, said: 

"It is an honour to be re-elected as the Chair of the International Cricket Council and I would like to thank my fellow ICC Directors for their support.

"Over the last two years we have made significant strides forward with the launch of our global growth strategy that provides clear direction to build a successful and sustainable future for our sport.

"It is an exciting time to be involved in cricket and I look forward to continuing to work closely with our Members to strengthen the game in our core markets as well as grow it beyond that, ensuring more of the world can enjoy cricket."


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