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.

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,

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.

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,

The 57-year-old joined the ICC in 2012 as General Manager of Cricket, coming from Cricket Australia, where he served as Cricket Operations Manager.

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