Jay Shah, Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has been honored with the prestigious Icon of Excellence Award at the 14th Forbes India Leadership Awards (FILA 2025) for his exceptional contributions to cricket administration and reforms in the sport.

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• Jay Shah, at 36, became the youngest ICC Chairman in history.
• Awarded for his efforts in cricket administration, innovation, and making the sport more inclusive.
• Shah’s leadership has expanded cricket’s global reach and strengthened its financial stability.
• Key achievements include launching the Women’s Premier League (WPL) and implementing equal pay for men and women cricketers.
• He improved infrastructure for domestic cricket and modernized the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
• Under his leadership, the NCA’s Centre of Excellence was established to train young players for international competition.
• Shah also increased pension benefits for retired cricketers, securing their financial future.
• The award was presented at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai by Harsh Mariwala and KVS Manian.
• FILA 2025 recognized Shah among other leaders who have made significant contributions to their fields.
• Shah’s reforms continue to shape cricket’s future, making it more competitive and fair.