Former BCCI president and veteran cricket administrator Inderjit Singh Bindra passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in New Delhi. He was 84 years old. Bindra’s family confirmed that he passed away peacefully at his residence, and his final rites will be held at Lodhi Road Crematorium on Monday.
Bindra was widely respected for his unwavering dedication to Indian cricket. He served as BCCI president from 1993 to 1996 and led the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) from 1978 to 2014, playing a pivotal role in building modern cricket infrastructure and professionalising administration in the country.
Among his notable achievements, Bindra was instrumental in bringing major ICC Cricket World Cups to India and the subcontinent, including the 1987 and 1996 tournaments, which helped elevate India’s global cricketing profile. In recognition of his contributions, the PCA Stadium in Mohali was renamed I.S. Bindra Stadium in 2015, a tribute to his lifelong commitment to the sport.
Tributes have poured in from across the cricket world. BCCI officials and colleagues remembered him as a visionary leader whose strategic thinking and dedication helped shape Indian cricket. ICC Chairman Jay Shah called him “a stalwart of Indian cricket administration” whose influence will be felt for generations.
Bindra leaves behind his son and daughter, as well as a legacy of leadership, innovation, and passion for cricket. His passing marks the end of an era, but his contributions to Indian cricket will be remembered fondly by players, administrators, and fans alike.
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