After Roger Binny’s departure, Mithun Manhas emerges as frontrunner ahead of BCCI elections on September 28
Mithun Manhas Likely to Head BCCI Soon
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will elect new office‑bearers on September 28, including the president post vacant after Roger Binny stepped down.
- Senior BCCI officials met with BJP leaders, reportedly including at Home Minister Amit Shah’s residence, to finalise the leadership lineup. Mithun Manhas has emerged as the top candidate.
Cricketing Career of Mithun Manhas
- Born on October 12, 1979, in Jammu & Kashmir.
- Played 157 first‑class matches, scoring 9,714 runs at an average of ~45.82, with 27 centuries and 49 fifties.
- Though a strong domestic performer, he never represented India internationally.
IPL, Coaching, and Administrative Roles
- IPL stint: played for Delhi Daredevils, Pune Warriors India, Chennai Super Kings.
- After retirement: moved into coaching and administration. Roles include being part of IPL support staff (including Gujarat Titans), involvement in Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA), and being convener for North Zone in Duleep Trophy.
What Makes Him a Strong Candidate
- He is the likely frontrunner to succeed Roger Binny, given consensus among senior BCCI administrators.
- If elected, he would be a president who never played for India—the first uncapped player to head BCCI.
- Has combined on-field excellence in domestic cricket with administrative experience.
