Archive · 20 Jul 2025
BCCI President's Future Uncertain with Sports Bill on the Horizon
The head of India's cricket board, Roger Binny, is 70 and might have to step down because of an age limit rule.
But there's a new Sports Bill coming that could let him stay longer.
The Bill says sports leaders can be up to 75 years old.
The cricket board follows rules made by a committee.
The board is waiting to see if the new bill will become law.
If it does, Binny might keep his job.
Right now, they're deciding if someone else will take over temporarily.
BCCI President Roger Binny turned 70, facing an age cap issue.
A Draft National Sports Bill could raise the age limit for administrators to 75.
The Bill is expected to be tabled in the upcoming monsoon session of parliament.
BCCI is expected to adhere to the new Sports Bill due to the Los Angeles Olympics 2028.
Discussions are ongoing regarding Binny's future and potential interim leadership.
- Who
- Roger Binny, Rajeev Shukla, and potentially other BCCI officials.
- What
- Potential changes in the leadership of the BCCI due to the age limit.
- When
- Binny turned 70, and the Sports Bill is expected in the monsoon session.
- Where
- Within the BCCI and its relationship with the Indian government.
- Why
- Due to an age cap of 70 for administrators, and the potential for a new bill to change this.
Current Perspectives
Possible Outcomes
Binny's Tenure
Current Perspectives
Some believe Binny should step down due to existing age limits. Vice-president Rajeev Shukla may take charge.
Possible Outcomes
Some members of the BCCI suggest that Binny could potentially continue in his role depending on the final wording and implementation of the Sports Bill. Also, given that the BCCI needs to adhere to the new bill, it may also have to consider Binny's future.
- Current BCCI President
- Roger Binny
- Binny's Age
- 70
- Proposed Age Limit (Draft Bill)
- 75
- Bill Status
- Draft; to be tabled in monsoon session
- Interim Leader (potential)
- Rajeev Shukla
- Anticipated event
- Los Angeles Olympics 2028