Sanjog Gupta Takes Helm as ICC's CEO Amid Ambitious Growth Plans
Company - People | Jul 07, 2025 | EIN
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Sanjog Gupta as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from July 7, 2025. Gupta steps into the role with a wealth of experience, having been the CEO of Sports & Live Experiences at JioStar and earlier serving in leadership positions at Star India and Disney. His appointment follows a rigorous global recruitment process that included over 2,500 candidates. Gupta, known for his expertise in sports strategy and commercialization, aims to expand cricket's global appeal, potentially incorporating it into the Olympics and increasing its market reach. His vision aligns with the ICC's ambition to grow the fan base and commercial opportunities for cricket globally.
Sectors
- Sports Management
- Media & Entertainment
Geography
- Global – The ICC is a global governing body for cricket, impacting and overseeing cricket activities worldwide, including ambition for Olympic inclusion.
- India – Sanjog Gupta's career in media and sports management has been significantly established in India, with roles at Star India and JioStar.
Industry
- Sports Management – The article centers on the leadership transition within the International Cricket Council, a governing body for cricket—a major sport globally.
- Media & Entertainment – Sanjog Gupta has a background in media, having held leadership roles at Star India and Disney Star, influencing his strategic approach to the ICC.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanjog Gupta | CEO-designate | People | Appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the ICC, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in sports and media. |
| International Cricket Council (ICC) | Appointing Organization | Company | The global governing body of cricket responsible for organizing major international cricket tournaments. |
| JioStar | Former Employer | Company | Sanjog Gupta's previous employer, involved in sports and live experiences. |
| Star India | Former Employer | Company | A media company where Gupta held leadership roles before joining JioStar. |
| Disney Star | Former Employer | Company | Part of Gupta's career path where he served as Head of Sports prior to the merging with Viacom18. |