David Boon's presence to add weight to the ICC Board

November 1, 2026

David Boon has taken over as the interim chair of Cricket Australia, succeeding Mike Baird, with his tenure officially beginning on October 28, 2026. This leadership shift secures his seat on the ICC Board, where he is set to participate in an upcoming gathering in Indonesia.

Boon brings a diverse background to his new administrative duties, having previously enjoyed a lengthy playing career for Australia, acted as a national selector, and spent ten years working as an official overseeing international matches.

His appointment arrives during an active governance review period for the international governing body, aligning with the establishment of a new Franchise Leagues Committee led by Tamim Iqbal. Alongside other former players contributing as directors or associate representatives—such as Roger Twose and Rudie van Vuuren—Boon's extensive background across multiple facets of the sport places him in a strategic position to help navigate evolving player, member, and franchise priorities.