Former England Captain Joins Icc Committee
Former England captain Andrew Strauss has been appointed to the International Cricket Council’s cricket committee, replacing West Indian Ian Bishop, who opted not to continue in the role.
The 35-year old, who captained England in 50 Tests and led the team in two successful Ashes campaigns, will now join the 16-member cricket committee, who meet twice a year to consult on playing matters and offer recommendations to the ICC on technical issues and rules.
Meanwhile, former India spinner Anil Kumble has replaced West Indian Clive Lloyd as chairman of the committee.
Strauss, who retired from all forms of cricket in August , and Kumble were unanimously voted in by the ICC Board – consisting of ICC president Alan Isaac, chief executive David Richardson, representatives from the 10 Test playing nations plus three associate member representatives.
ICC president Alan Isaac said: ‘In Anil Kumble, we have a new chairperson who has unquestioned experience not only as a player with India but also as an administrator with Karnataka State Cricket Association as well.’
‘I am sure that he will carry on Clive’s good work and bring, like Andrew Strauss, contemporary thinking to the committee, and both understand clearly the issues facing the modern game.’
