ICC/Leadership/Alan Isaac

Alan Isaac

presidentNew Zealand2012-2014

Alan Isaac, a New Zealand chartered accountant and former chairman of New Zealand Cricket, served as ICC president during a period of significant structural change. His tenure saw the controversial 'Big Three' restructuring that concentrated power and revenue with India, England, and Australia.

Key Achievements

  • Oversaw reforms aimed at improving the ICC's governance structure
  • Pushed for increased professionalization of the ICC administration
  • Supported expansion of cricket in new markets

Controversies

  • The 'Big Three' restructuring under his watch was widely criticized for concentrating power with India, England, and Australia
  • Smaller member nations felt marginalized by the governance changes approved during his tenure
  • The revenue distribution model was seen as inequitable