Sun Jan 12 19:13:36 UTC 2025: ## Former Assam Cricketer Devajit Saikia Appointed BCCI Secretary
**Mumbai, India** – Devajit Saikia, a former Assam cricketer, has been appointed as the new secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), succeeding Jay Shah who recently took over as the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman. Saikia’s appointment comes just over a month after Shah’s departure.
Saikia’s first official engagement was a crucial BCCI meeting with President Roger Binny to dissect India’s recent underwhelming performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. The meeting, which also included captain Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir, reportedly involved extensive discussions on India’s batting woes.
Sources indicate that the meeting focused on understanding the reasons behind the team’s struggles despite possessing a strong batting lineup. While specific solutions weren’t immediately announced, the source stated that the issues have been noted and that corrective measures will be implemented after the upcoming Champions Trophy.
Saikia, a multifaceted individual with a background in cricket, law, and administration, played four first-class matches as a wicketkeeper between 1990 and 1991. He later pursued a career in law, practicing at the Gauhati High Court, and also held positions with the Northern Frontier Railways and the Reserve Bank of India through sports quotas. His foray into cricket administration began in 2016 with the Assam Cricket Association. His appointment as BCCI secretary marks a significant step in his career.
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