During his statement during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Arun Dhumal joyfully announced the birth of a baby boy to BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, who would soon assume the role of ICC Chairperson. The cricket community congratulated Shah, who is already a proud father to two girls, on this momentous milestone.
With seasoned players keen to guarantee a berth in the T20 competition, the announcement coincided with the frenzy around the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, one of the most eagerly awaited events.
When he took the stage to start the auction, Arun Dhumal wrote a personal statement expressing his joy for Jay Shah. “I would like to congratulate Jay Shah, the off-field captain of India, on his new baby boy,” he stated. Dhumal also congratulated Rohit Sharma on his recent arrival and hailed the Indian cricket team for winning the T20 World Cup.
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The cricket community swiftly came together to support Shah and wish him well as his family expands. This declaration is all the more significant because it marks a new chapter in his influential term as BCCI Secretary and his impending role as ICC Chairperson. Progressive changes in Indian cricket have been brought about by his leadership, and his worldwide impact is anticipated to influence the game’s future.
In related news, former T20I captain and ICC T20 World Cup champion Rohit Sharma also welcomed the birth of a boy earlier this month, adding to the current festivities among cricket fans.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to become yet another significant occasion in the cricket world as these legends of the game reach personal milestones.
