The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially confirmed Mithun Manhas as its new President, he will be 37th BCCI president.He is the first person from Jammu and Kashmir to hold this position. The former domestic cricket stalwart takes charge following Roger Binny’s resignation, marking a major generational shift in Indian cricket administration. Mithun is among four top four run getters in Indian First Class Cricket, with 8554 runs only behind the trio of veteran Wasim Jaffer (11225), Amol Muzumdar (9202) and Devendra Bundela (9201).
After retiring in 2017, he moved into coaching and administration. He worked as a batting consultant and in IPL support roles, including with the Gujarat Titans.
Speaking soon after taking charge, Manhas emphasised that his journey with the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) as technical director and administrator played a significant role in his elevation. “Maybe my work, my credentials (worked in my favour). Credentials both as an administrator, as well as a cricketer (led to my being chosen),” he told The Indian Express.
Manhas has been credited with bringing professionalism, infrastructure upgrades, and cricketing confidence to JKCA during his tenure. Under his guidance, Jammu and Kashmir made it to the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals, with several players breaking through to zonal representation. “The whole agenda is development and to take BCCI forward,” Manhas said, acknowledging the weight of expectations attached to his new role.
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What is Mithun Manhas Known For?
Mithun Manhas is celebrated as one of India’s most consistent Ranji Trophy performers. Over his long career, he built a reputation for resilience, leadership, and discipline on the field. Despite not breaking into Team India, his contributions to domestic cricket remain unmatched.
Mithun Manhas Stats: A Career of Records
- First-Class Cricket: 157 matches, nearly 10,000 runs, including 27 centuries and 49 half-centuries.
- List A Cricket: Over 4,000 runs in 130 matches, with 5 centuries and 26 fifties.
- Average: An impressive 45.84 across formats.
- Leadership: Captained North Zone in both Duleep Trophy and Deodhar Trophy, clinching memorable victories.
His consistency placed him among India’s finest domestic players.
What Teams Did Mithun Manhas Play For?
- Domestic: Delhi and Jammu & Kashmir in Ranji Trophy.
- Zonal: North Zone in Duleep and Deodhar Trophies.
- IPL: The first-ever player from Jammu & Kashmir to feature in the IPL, representing Delhi Daredevils and Pune Warriors India.
Mithun Manhas Birth Place and Family Background
Manhas, who will turn 46 in October, was part of the sub-committee appointed by the BCCI to run the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association. Born in Jammu, Manhas switched from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir in 2015 before retiring the following year. He has since worked as a coach with various sides, including as batting consultant for the Bangladesh men’s Under-19s as well as IPL sides Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. A giant of Indian domestic cricket, Manhas played from 1997-98 to 2016-17 in 157 first-class games, where he scored 9714 runs; 130 List A matches, with 4126 runs; and 91 T20s (1170 runs).
Despite his roots in Delhi cricket, Manhas made a pivotal shift in 2015 when he joined Jammu and Kashmir as a player, later transitioning into an administrative role. His tenure coincided with attempts to revive JKCA, which had been plagued by controversies and financial mismanagement.
His work included upgrading pitches in Jammu and Srinagar, streamlining operations, and instilling a culture of discipline among players. “The new pitches have certainly improved the playing standards of the state cricketers. They now have more confidence while facing bigger teams like Mumbai or Baroda,” said P Krishna Kumar, JKCA’s bowling coach, highlighting Manhas’ hands-on role.
Mithun Manhas Wife and Personal Life
Mithun Manhas keeps his personal life relatively private. While limited details are available about his wife, he has always been described as a grounded family man, balancing cricketing commitments with family responsibilities.
Mithun Manhas Net Worth
As a successful domestic cricketer, IPL player, coach, and now BCCI President, Mithun Manhas’s estimated net worth is believed to be in the multi-crore range. His new administrative role is set to elevate both his influence and financial standing.
What is Mithun Manhas Doing Now?
With his appointment as BCCI President, Mithun Manhas has moved from the cricket pitch to the administrative stage. His new role includes:
- Managing India’s packed international calendar.
- Strengthening domestic cricket infrastructure.
- Overseeing governance reforms and policies.
- Representing India on the global cricket stage.
Why Mithun Manhas’s Appointment Matters
This appointment represents more than just a change in leadership. It’s a signal that BCCI values cricketing insight from former players in key decision-making roles. With Manhas at the helm, expectations are high for a modern, player-first approach in shaping Indian cricket’s future.
Rajeev Shukla’s Role in Strengthening BCCI
Alongside Manhas’s elevation, senior administrator Rajeev Shukla has been entrusted with a significant portfolio within the board. This combination of fresh energy and seasoned experience is designed to bring balance to Indian cricket governance.
From scoring thousands of runs in the Ranji circuit to being the first J&K cricketer in the IPL, Mithun Manhas has now risen to the most powerful administrative role in Indian cricket. His journey reflects resilience, leadership, and a deep love for the game.
The cricket fraternity now looks to him to guide Indian cricket through challenges and opportunities—ushering in a new chapter of growth, governance, and global dominance.
