Jay Shah has made significant strides in the cricketing world, holding influential positions such as the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). (Photo: PTI)
Jay Amitbhai Shah, born on September 22, 1988, in Gujarat, India, is a prominent Indian businessman and cricket administrator. He is the son of Amit Shah, India's Home Minister, and Sonal Shah. Jay Shah has made significant strides in the cricketing world, holding influential positions such as the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Jay Shah is married to Rishita Patel, a member of a well-known business family from Ahmedabad. The couple tied the knot on February 10, 2015, in a traditional Gujarati ceremony attended by prominent political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Jay Shah's father is Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister of India and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Sonal Shah is the mother of Jay Shah.
Jay Shah and Rishita Patel have 3 children. The couple has one son, two daughters, Rudri (born in 2017), and another daughter born in May 2019.
Jay Shah has two daughters. The elder daughter, Rudri, was born in 2017. The name and birth year of the younger daughter are not publicly disclosed.
Jay Shah completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree from Nirma University in Ahmedabad. His educational background has contributed to his analytical skills and approach to cricket administration.
As of 2025, Jay Shah's estimated net worth is approximately ₹124 crore (about $15 million USD). His wealth stems from various sources, including his roles in cricket administration and business ventures.
Jay Shah does not receive a salary as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), as the position is honorary. However, during his tenure as the Secretary of the BCCI, he earned approximately ₹84,000 per day for attending international cricket meetings or tours.
