According to recent reports, Roger Binny has stepped down as President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Rajeev Shukla, the current Vice-President, has taken over as acting chief until the next elections.

Binny's departure stems from the BCCI's age limit rule, which states that no office-bearer can continue in their position after turning 70. Binny reached this age on July 19. Shukla, who is 65 years old, has been serving as the BCCI Vice-President since 2020 and will assume the responsibilities of the president until fresh elections are held.

This leadership change comes at a crucial time for the BCCI, with the Asia Cup 2025 just around the corner, scheduled to be played in the UAE from September 9 to 28. The Indian team is set to begin their Asia Cup campaign on September 10 against the hosts, UAE, followed by a highly anticipated match against Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai.

One of the immediate challenges for the acting chief, Rajeev Shukla, is securing a new sponsor for the board. The BCCI's Apex Council met on Wednesday, under Shukla's leadership, primarily to address the sponsorship situation following the termination of Dream11's contract as the official sponsor. The board is now looking for a new sponsor for the next two and a half years, until the 2027 ODI World Cup in October-November.

Finding a suitable replacement within a short time frame poses a logistical challenge, especially with the Asia Cup commencing soon. The BCCI is expected to expedite discussions with potential sponsors, as the absence of a title sponsor during a major tournament could have financial and branding repercussions.

Despite the National Sports Governance Law being passed, which raises the age limit for sports administrators from 70 to 75, the law has not been officially implemented yet. Therefore, the BCCI must adhere to its existing rules, which were approved by the Supreme Court. Consequently, the BCCI will proceed with its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elections next month, following the current regulations. These existing rules also apply to state-level associations.