ACC Elects New Executive Board and Committees During Annual General Meeting

ACC Elects New Executive Board and Committees During Annual General Meeting

BANGKOK — The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) successfully concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bangkok on August 22, 2026, finalizing key structural reforms and leadership positions to shape the future of cricket across the continent.

The high-profile assembly brought together cricket administrators from across Asia, passing several major resolutions [3gUyhm, lAkddB]:

🏛️ Leadership Appointments & Board Elections

• New Vice President: Mr. Khalid Alzarooni was officially appointed as the Vice President of the Asian Cricket Council, tasked with overseeing strategic development.
• Executive Board: The council successfully executed elections for new Executive Board and committee members to steer the council’s upcoming cycle.

🇦🇫 Historic Milestone for Afghanistan Cricket

• Presidency Eligibility: In a landmark decision, Afghanistan has been included among the Test-playing Full Members eligible for the ACC Presidency.
• Regional Recognition: This historic shift recognizes Afghanistan’s immense growth and cements its position within the top-tier governance framework of Asian cricket.