\u201cIt has come to our attention that certain reports and rumours have been circulating regarding Mr. Sachin Tendulkar being considered, or nominated, for the position of President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). We wish to categorically state that no such development has taken place. We urge all concerned to refrain from giving credence to unfounded speculations,\" read a statement from SRT Sports Management Pvt Ltd.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Amid mounting speculation in the lead-up to the BCCI\u2019s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 28, where key elections will be held, including for the board\u2019s president and IPL chairman, Tendulkar has categorically distanced himself from the chatter.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The president\u2019s role has been vacant since Roger Binny stepped down earlier this month after turning 70. IPL chairman Arun Dhumal, meanwhile, faces a potential mandatory cooling-off period, having completed six consecutive years in administration.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Amid mounting speculation in the lead-up to the BCCI\u2019s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 28, where key elections will be held, including for the board\u2019s president and IPL chairman, Tendulkar has categorically distanced himself from the chatter.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Binny, who took over as BCCI president in October 2022, had been anticipated to serve until the AGM. His sudden exit created space for speculation about possible successors, sparking rumours around several big names - including Tendulkar. However, the batting legend\u2019s management team has now issued a clear denial, putting an end to the buzz and reaffirming that he is not a contender for the top post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n