BCCI appoints Discovery Networks’ Johri as new CEO

Appointee will begin role on June 1, reporting to BCCI secretary Thakur

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) yesterday announced the appointment of Rahul Johri as its chief executive officer (CEO).

Rahul Johri, who was serving as Discovery Networks Asia Pacific’s executive vice-president and general manager for South Asia, will take on his new job on June 1, reporting to the BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur and will be based at the board’s headquarters in Mumbai.

“Rahul brings with him immense experience and knowledge on board and will be responsible for the smooth functioning of operations, stakeholder management and building robust strategies for further promoting the sport,” said a BCCI release.

Commenting on the appointment, BCCI president Shashank Manohar said: “We are pleased to have Rahul with us and are sure his vast experience and knowledge will benefit the board. His vision, guidance and support will contribute towards the successful working of the BCCI.”

Welcome aboard

“We welcome Rahul aboard and wish him luck for his new role at BCCI,” Thakur said.

Rahul Johri said: “I am honoured at the opportunity to serve millions of Indian cricket fans. It will be my utmost endeavour to contribute to Indian cricket.”