In an interested development, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has become the president of the Asian Cricket Council on Thursday.
Naqvi currently holds two huge official posts in Pakistan – Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and federal interior minister.
Naqvi was chosen as the President of ACC following a decision taken by the body’s regional executive committee.
Mohsin Naqvi has served as the Chairman PCB since February 2024 and he will assume the role of President ACC today.
It must be highlighted that the presidents of ACC are chosen on a rotation-based method among the countries. Mohsin Naqvi has succeed Sri Lankan Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva.
Silva bid farewell to the prestigious post expressing his gratitude and privilege to serve as the president of ACC.
“As I step down, I have full confidence that under Naqvi’s capable leadership, the ACC will continue its remarkable journey and thrive,” Silva concluded.
Meanwhile, Mohsin Naqvi expressed his pleasure over the development, saying, “I am deeply honoured to assume the presidency of the Asian Cricket Council. Asia remains the heartbeat of world cricket, and I am committed to working with all member boards to accelerate the game’s growth and global influence.”
“Together, we will unlock new opportunities, foster greater collaboration, and take Asian cricket to unprecedented heights. I also extend my sincere thanks to the outgoing ACC President for his leadership and contributions to the ACC during his tenure.”
Geo News reported that Naqvi has reportedly split his professional cricket responsibilities with the former team captain Waqar Younis.
Apparently, Naqvi will continue to oversee the administrative matters in the PCB while Younis will act as his advisor on cricket affairs.
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