The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the appointment of Sanjog Gupta as its new Chief Executive Officer. He is set to assume charge on July 7, 2025, becoming the seventh CEO in the global cricket body’s history.
This announcement follows a comprehensive international recruitment process that commenced in March, attracting over 2,500 applications from 25 countries. The selection pool included candidates from prominent global sports bodies and leading corporate organizations. After shortlisting 12 profiles, the ICC’s Nominations Committee—comprising Deputy Chair Imran Khwaja, ECB Chair Richard Thompson, SLC President Shammi Silva, and BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia—unanimously recommended Gupta for the role. This recommendation received approval from ICC Chairman Jay Shah and was subsequently ratified by the ICC Board.
Confirming the development, the ICC stated: “Sanjog is a visionary leader with proven expertise in building successful consumer franchises and is widely regarded as one of the architects of the modern sports ecosystem in India.”
Gupta currently serves as CEO — Sports & Live Experiences at JioStar, bringing over two decades of experience in media, sports strategy, and commercial development. He was appointed CEO of JioStar Sports in November 2024 following the merger of Viacom18 and Disney Star, and is credited with leading the transformation of sports broadcasting in India.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah welcomed the appointment, stating: “Sanjog brings extensive experience in sports strategy and commercialization, which will be invaluable for the ICC. His deep understanding of global sports and entertainment, coupled with his passion for technology and the cricket fan’s perspective, will be crucial in our efforts to expand the game’s reach globally and strengthen its roots in core markets.” Shah also outlined key ICC goals, including taking cricket beyond traditional boundaries and advocating for its regular inclusion in the Olympics.
In his statement, Gupta expressed his enthusiasm: “It is a privilege to have this opportunity, especially at a time when cricket is poised for unprecedented growth and enjoys the passionate support of almost 2 billion fans worldwide. I look forward to contributing to the next phase of cricket’s evolution, expanding its global footprint, enhancing the fan experience, and working closely with ICC Member Boards.”
Gupta began his career as a journalist and joined Star India in 2010. He advanced through various leadership roles before becoming Head of Sports at Disney & Star India in 2020. He is recognized for pioneering multi-language, digital-first, and women-centric sports coverage and has played a key role in scaling the popularity of major properties like the IPL, ICC events, PKL, ISL, Premier League, and Wimbledon.
The ICC has warmly welcomed Sanjog Gupta as he steps into his new role, leading the organization at a pivotal time in cricket’s global development.
