ICC Seeks New Female Independent Director

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is seeking a new female independent director following the conclusion of Indra Nooyi's six-year term, which marked a significant commitment to diversity within the organization. Nooyi, who served as the ICC's first independent female director, completed her term last month during the ICC's annual conference in Colombo. The ICC Board is looking for a prominent woman from either the corporate or sports sectors to fill Nooyi's shoes, with potential candidates including notable figures like Meg Lanning and Charlotte Edwards. Concurrently, the ICC is preparing to elect a new chairman after Greg Barclay announced he would not seek a third term, further underscoring the leadership transition underway. The independent director will serve an initial two-year term and will have voting rights in the forthcoming chairman election, highlighting the role's importance in shaping ICC's governance. The selection process for both positions is anticipated to significantly influence the future direction of cricket on a global scale.