Mithun Manhas, a veteran of Indian domestic cricket, has been elected unopposed as the new President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He formally assumed office as the 37th BCCI president at the 94th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Mumbai on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Manhas, 45, succeeds Roger Binny and becomes only the third former cricketer, after Sourav Ganguly and Roger Binny, to hold the top post in the world’s richest cricket board.
Election and Key Leadership Appointments
Manhas’ election followed a unanimous decision by BCCI members, continuing the recent trend of consensus elections for top posts. Upon taking office, he emphasized his commitment to developing Indian cricket, calling it a “huge responsibility” he would fulfill with dedication and passion.
Other appointments at the AGM include:
- Secretary: Devajit Saikia (re-elected)
- Vice-President: Rajeev Shukla (re-elected)
- Treasurer: A Raghuram Bhat (former India spinner)
- Joint Secretary: Prabhtej Singh Bhatia
Selection Committees
- Men’s Selection Committee: Pragyan Ojha and RP Singh were appointed as members, replacing S Sharath and Subroto Banerjee. Ajit Agarkar continues as Chairman.
- Women’s Selection Committee: Amita Sharma was appointed Chairperson, joined by Sulakshana Naik, Jaya Sharma, and Sravanthi Naidu.
Mithun Manhas: Cricket Career Highlights
Born on October 12, 1979, in Jammu and Kashmir, Manhas made a name in domestic cricket as a prolific middle-order batsman and occasional off-break bowler/wicket-keeper.
| Competition | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s/50s | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class | 157 | 9,714 | 45.82 | 27/49 | 40 |
| List A | 130 | 4,126 | 45.84 | 5/26 | 25 |
| T20s | 91 | 1,170 | 21.66 | 0/1 | 5 |
- Delhi Captain: Led Delhi for most of the 2000s.
- Ranji Trophy Triumph: Captained Delhi to the 2007-08 Ranji Trophy victory, scoring 921 runs in the season.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): Represented Delhi Daredevils (2008–2010), Pune Warriors (2011–2013), and Chennai Super Kings (2014).
- Home State: Moved to Jammu & Kashmir in 2015, finishing his playing career there. He never played for the Indian national team.
Post-Playing Career and Administrative Roles
After retiring in 2017, Manhas moved into administration and coaching:
- Administration: Served on the BCCI-appointed ad-hoc committee for the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA), focusing on grassroots development.
- Coaching:
- Assistant Coach for IPL sides: Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Titans.
- Batting Consultant for the Bangladesh Under-19 team.
Significance of Manhas’ Election
Manhas’ appointment marks a major milestone for Indian cricket governance, bringing a domestic stalwart with administrative and coaching experience to the helm. Key points:
- Strengthening domestic cricket pathways.
- Leveraging coaching expertise for talent development.
- Maintaining continuity and consensus in BCCI leadership.
His tenure is expected to focus on holistic cricket development, improving infrastructure, player welfare, and preparing the next generation of cricketers to compete internationally.
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