Pakistan has taken over the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), taking power from Sri Lanka cricket.

This change in leadership is immediately effective, Pakistan is now in the helm to promote and expand cricket throughout Asia.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been appointed as the new ACC president after Sri Lanka Cricket Shami Silva.

Naqvi’s appointment is seen as an important milestone for Pakistan cricket, which has strengthened the country’s presence in international cricket governance.

Also, as the President of the new ACC, Naqvi will focus on accelerating cricket development in Asia, promoting maximum cooperation between the Member Board and opening new opportunities for the game.

In addition, Mohsin Naqvi expressed his sincere praise and described his appointment as a great privilege, and vowed to bring Asian cricket to new levels.

Asia is the heartbeat of World Cricket, and I am obliged to work with all the members of the board to accelerate sports and global influence. “We will open together new opportunities, promote maximum cooperation, and bring Asian cricket to an extraordinary level,” Naqvi said.

He also praised ACC President Shami Silva, who was outgoing for his leadership and partnership.

Meanwhile, the outgoing ACC president Shami Silva also looked at his tenure, and showcased the key achievements achieved during his leadership.

Silva remarked, “It is an honor to serve as the President of the Asian Cricket Council. The stable commitment of our member boards has played an important role in raising the ACC stature throughout the region.”