Mohsin Naqvi Set to Become ACC President Amidst Busy Cricket Calendar

Mohsin Naqvi, the current chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, is expected to be appointed as the next president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) later this year, following the organisation's rotation policy. This topic was discussed during a recent ACC meeting, where it was indicated that Naqvi is in line to take over the role for a two-year term. A source mentioned that the ACC will officially confirm Naqvi's presidency during their next meeting. Jay Shah, the current president and BCCI secretary, was granted a one-year extension earlier this year, marking his third consecutive term.

The ACC has recently granted India the hosting rights for the 2025 Asia Cup, which will be held in the T20 format, and awarded Bangladesh the 2027 edition, which will be in the ODI format.

This announcement sets up a significant cricket calendar for 2025, with the Champions Trophy scheduled in Pakistan in February-March, followed by the Asia Cup. These events are expected to stir discussions about whether India will travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy or if Pakistan will visit India for the Asia Cup.

Pakistan visited India last year for the ODI World Cup and previously travelled there in 2011 for the ODI World Cup and in 2016 for the T20 World Cup. However, India has not toured Pakistan since 2008, when they participated in the 50-over Asia Cup.