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Mithun Manhas, the former Delhi captain, is the leading candidate for BCCI president after discussions in New Delhi. The nomination deadline is Sunday, with elections on September 28. Raghuram Bhat of KSCA is expected to secure a position in the apex council, while Arun Dhumal is likely to remain as IPL chairman. Final decisions are anticipated after further discussions.

Sachin Tendulkar's management has refuted rumours linking the cricket legend to the BCCI president's position. With the BCCI's AGM approaching on September 28 and the president's post vacant after Roger Binny's exit, speculation had been rampant. However, SRT Sports Management clarified that Tendulkar is not being considered for the role.

The BCCI Annual General Meeting in September will decide new office bearers including president and IPL chairman. The leadership changes come amid mandatory cooling-off rules and potential impact of the National Sports Governance Act.

The Government is keen on conducting the Indian cricket board elections under the newly passed National Sports Governance Act 2025. BCCI has been functioning under the recommendations of the Lodha Committee.