Former BCCI President IS Bindra passes away aged 84

Former BCCI president Inderjit Singh Bindra has passed away aged 84 in New Delhi.

Bindra, a veteran administrator and a pivotal force in the evolution of Indian cricket, served as the BCCI president between 1993 and 1996. He also served as the Punjab Cricket Association chief for 36 years between 1978 and 2014, when he retired from cricket administration.

Bindra played an important role in India securing the hosting rights for the 1987 World Cup, the first time the tournament was held outside the UK. As PCA president, he was instrumental in the development of the PCA Stadium in Mohali which was later named after him.

Bindra's Supreme Court petition in 1994, aimed at ending Doordarshan's monopoly on cricket broadcasts, proved a turning point. A favourable judgement enabled his group to bring in global broadcasters and make India the sport's biggest television market.

"The BCCI mourns the passing of former BCCI President – Mr IS Bindra. The Board's thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones," read a post from the BCCI on X.

ICC Chair and former BCCI secretary Jay Shah also paid his tribute. "Deepest condolences on the passing of Mr. I S Bindra, former BCCI president and a stalwart of Indian cricket administration. May his legacy inspire future generations. Om Shanti."