Australian Geoff Allardice on Tuesday introduced his resolution to step down because the ICC Chief Government, simply weeks forward of subsequent month’s Champions Trophy ODI event.
The 57-year-old joined the ICC in 2012 as Normal Supervisor of Cricket, coming from Cricket Australia, the place he served as Cricket Operations Supervisor. He was appointed CEO of the ICC in November 2021, after having served as appearing CEO for eight months.
“It has been a privilege to function the Chief Government Officer of the Worldwide Cricket Council and I’m extremely pleased with the outcomes we now have achieved, from enhancing the worldwide attain of cricket to the business basis put in place for ICC Members,” Allardice mentioned in an announcement.
“I’d wish to thank the ICC Chair, the board of administrators and full cricket neighborhood for his or her assist and collaboration over the previous 13 years. I imagine that is the correct time for me to step down and pursue new challenges. I’m assured that cricket has thrilling occasions forward, and I want the ICC and the worldwide cricket neighborhood each success sooner or later.” Praising Allardice, ICC Chair Jay Shah mentioned: “On behalf of the ICC Board, I wish to sincerely thank Geoff for his management and dedication throughout his tenure as Chief Government. His efforts have performed a key position in advancing cricket globally. We’re actually grateful for his service and want him all the perfect in his future endeavors.” The ICC Board will now start the method to determine Allardice’s successor.
The eight-team Champions Trophy event is scheduled to happen from February 19 to March 9.