The Administrator Returns! What Rajeev Shukla’s Rise Means for Cricket Governance?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India looks after professional cricket, shapes national cricket policies, cricket finances, and organizes tournaments. Rajeev Shukla’s recent rise could influence governance and board stability nationally.

The BCCI manages major tournaments, selects national teams, and ensures smooth operations for Indian sports. Rajeev Shukla’s experienced leadership as acting president aims to guide the nation’s sports community through this crucial transition period.

Rajeev Shukla Set to Take Over as Acting BCCI President

In a post made by India Today on X, which was followed by BCCI’s official announcement over Rajeev Shukla becoming the next president. The veteran administrator Rajeev Shukla will formally replace Roger Binny as acting BCCI president starting in July next month. 

Rajeev Shukla is set to take over as the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) President as the incumbent President, Roger Binny is nearing the age limit. Shukla currently holds the position of vice President of the cricket Board and will take over as interim president for… pic.twitter.com/6IV3ttQ9zt

— IndiaToday (@IndiaToday) June 2, 2025

Binny has to step down upon turning seventy years old per the BCCI age cap rule next July. Shukla has served as BCCI vice president since 2020 and holds highly valuable, strong cricket administrative experience.

Rajeev Shukla is now a Rajya Sabha member of Congress; he also led the IPL as its chairman in past years. Roger Binny previously led the Karnataka board for the sport before becoming the BCCI president in 2022. Sources stated that the BCCI convention automatically names the senior-most office bearer to replace any departing president immediately.

Why the Change? BCCI’s Age-Cap Rule Comes into Play

Roger Binny steps down because he will officially cross the seventy-year age limit set by the BCCI rules. The BCCI constitution clearly bans any office bearer from holding a position after reaching seventy years old. 

Rajeev Shukla brings strong leadership, political savvy, and cricket administration experience to drive BCCI forward. His understanding of IPL management, player development, and stakeholder engagement aligns with the board’s growth goals.

Shukla’s negotiation skills and networking abilities help align BCCI’s domestic and international objectives seamlessly and rapidly. This transition under the age cap rule allows Shukla to parallel growth initiatives while ensuring effective governance.

Binny’s Journey and Shukla’s Fit for the Role

Roger Binny became BCCI president in 2022 after Sourav Ganguly stepped down following an IPL season. He guided the BCCI during crucial schedules and managed board operations with skilled, strong, effective leadership. His tenure saw reforms in the domestic cricket structure and enhanced engagement with broader stakeholders nationwide. 

Meanwhile, Shukla’s political experience and sporting expertise made him ideal for guiding BCCI governance next.  This rise ensures continuity and stability within BCCI’s cricket governance during this crucial transition period. His leadership will guide the board until elections bring new sports leadership later this year.