Geoff Allardice has stepped down as chief executive as the International Cricket Council continues its overhaul amid the ascension of powerful administrator Jay Shah.

He took over in 2020 after his predecessor, Manu Sawhney, was suspended, and was appointed full time in November 2021

Australian Geoff Allardice on Tuesday announced his decision to step down as the ICC Chief Executive, just weeks ahead of next month's Champions Trophy ODI tournament.

International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice has decided to step down just weeks before the Champions Trophy with a board member indicating that his failure to present a "clear picture" of host Pakistan's lack of preparedness is one of the multiple reasons behind the move.

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has resigned ahead of the Champions Trophy, reportedly due to multiple issues, including Pakistan's preparedness to host the event. Allardice, who joined ICC in 2012 and became CEO in 2021,

The International Cricket Council (ICC) Chief Executive Geoff Allardice decided to step down from his role, ICC announced on Tuesday. There was no immediate replacement named. "The ICC Board will initiate the next steps to identify a replacement," cricket's parent body stated in an official release.

The Australian boss of the International Cricket Council, Geoff Allardice, is stepping down from his role with the sport’s the governing body to “pursue new challenges”.

Geoff Allardice announced his resignation as ICC Chief Executive. Appointed in 2021, he enhanced cricket's global reach. He steps down before the Champions Trophy, scheduled next month. His leadership is praised by ICC Chair Jay Shah,

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice resigned from his post effective immediately. ICC chairman Jay Shah thanked him for his success and wished him well for future endeavours.

Geoff Allardice first came in as temporary ICC chief executive in March 2020, following the suspension of Manu Sawhney.

Geoff Allardice has announced his resignation as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the International Cricket Council () after four years in the role. The decision comes just weeks before the Champions Trophy,