Khalid Al Zarooni elected as ACC Vice-President, ACB gains full membership
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Khalid Al Zarooni was unanimously elected as vice-president of the Asian Cricket Council during its annual general meeting held on August 24, 2026. The council also granted full membership to the Afghanistan Cricket Board, allowing it the potential to assume the presidency in future rotations. This decision reflects the UAE's growing influence in cricket governance, especially as it continues to host international events like the upcoming Women's Asia Cup at Dubai International Stadium. The meeting also confirmed representatives from non-Test-playing nations and associate members for the 2026–28 Executive Board term.
- •Khalid Al Zarooni elected ACC vice-president on August 24, 2026.
- •Afghanistan Cricket Board granted full membership status.
- •Al Zarooni oversees UAE's expanding cricket programs.
- •ACC confirmed Executive Board representatives for the 2026–28 term.
- •Dubai International Stadium to host Women's Asia Cup this week.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Khalid Al Zarooni elected as ACC's Vice-President, ACB added to body's full member board
"Khalid Al Zarooni's election as vice-president of the Asian Cricket Council reflects a pivotal moment for cricket in the region. With the Afghanistan Cricket Board attaining full membership status, it can now aspire to presidency within the council. This development signifies the UAE's enhanced stature in cricket governance, further solidified by its role as a host for numerous high-profile international cricket events.
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