The BCCI president's post fell vacant after Roger Binny stepped down in August 2025, and Rajeev Shukla served as the board\u2019s interim president. With his election, Manhas became only the third former cricketer, after Sourav Ganguly and Roger Binny, to assume the presidency role.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking exclusively to IANS on Sunday, Manhas acknowledged that the role assigned to him is a big responsibility, saying, \u201cThe role of BCCI President comes with a great responsibility - it is a legacy that must be carried forward. We are ready for it; our team is capable, and we will strive to continue the good work so that not only the women\u2019s team but also the men\u2019s team reaches even greater heights and Indian cricket continues to rise.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Regarding Team India\u2019s recent historic Women\u2019s World Cup victory, Manhas attributed much of the credit to Jay Shah, the former board secretary and current ICC chairperson. He praised Shah for elevating Indian women\u2019s cricket and said that his efforts are a key reason the team has achieved remarkable success internationally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOur women's team that won the 2025 World Cup, the preparations for this began almost two decades ago, around 2006 or 2007, when the BCCI took charge. A lot of work has been done since. A major role in this progress has been played by the then General Secretary, Mr. Jay Shah, whose contribution has been significant in bringing the women\u2019s team to this level. He ensured that women cricketers receive equal pay, the same as the men\u2019s team,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Regarding Team India\u2019s recent historic Women\u2019s World Cup victory, Manhas attributed much of the credit to Jay Shah, the former board secretary and current ICC chairperson. He praised Shah for elevating Indian women\u2019s cricket and said that his efforts are a key reason the team has achieved remarkable success internationally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Manhas credited the recent success of the Indian women\u2019s cricket team not only to the current players but also to former players whose years of hard work laid the foundation for today\u2019s achievement. Calling them the \u201ctrue heroes,\u201d he said the victory has boosted women\u2019s cricket nationwide and inspired greater participation at the grassroots level.<\/p>\r\n\r\n