Syed Sultan Shah, Chairman of the Pakistan Blind Cricket Council, has been re-elected as President of the World Blind Cricket Council (WBCC) for a two-year term. Joining him is Rajanish Henry from India, who secured the position of Secretary General.
The elections took place during the 26th General Council meeting of the WBCC, hosted at a local hotel in Multan. Representatives from the cricket boards of Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Afghanistan were present in person, while officials from India, England, and New Zealand participated online.
Elected WBCC Officials
| Position | Name | Country |
|---|---|---|
| President | Syed Sultan Shah | Pakistan |
| Secretary General | Rajanish Henry | India |
| First Vice President | Pawan Ghimire | Nepal |
| Second Vice President | Isaac Bidla | South Africa |
| Global Development Director | Raymond Moxley | Australia |
| Technical Director | Tahir Mehmood Butt | Pakistan |
| Finance Director | Chandrashekhar | India |
| Assistant Secretary | Michael De Silva | South Africa |
| Director of Public Relations | Sudesh Tharanga | Sri Lanka |
| Regional Development Director (Asia) | Moin Iqbal | Bangladesh |
| Regional Development Director (Africa) | Ndumiso Nyawose | South Africa |
Key Outcomes and Announcements
After his re-election, Syed Sultan Shah expressed gratitude to the participating nations for their support and shared plans to bring significant reforms to blind cricket. His vision includes expanding the sport’s reach to countries like the United States and Kenya, as well as introducing advanced dark glasses for B1 players to enhance their experience.
Neutral Venues for India-Pakistan Matches:
Acknowledging the challenges posed by visa restrictions, Shah highlighted the strong working relationship between India and Pakistan in blind cricket. It was agreed that future World Cups and international tournaments will be hosted at neutral venues, enabling both nations to compete without logistical barriers.
With Syed Sultan Shah at the helm, the WBCC is poised to implement transformative changes that could further elevate the status of blind cricket worldwide.
