Mike Baird steps down as Cricket Australia chair; David Boon takes interim role

Mike Baird has stepped down as chair of Cricket Australia after New South Wales withdrew support for the board's decision to proceed with private investment in the Big Bash League. Former Australia international David Boon will take over from him in the interim from October 28.

Baird, who had been chair since February 2023 and served on the CA board for six years, cited a desire to ensure unity at board level after his home state opposed the privatisation of the Melbourne Renegades franchise. He said he leaves the role believing CA's long-term sustainability is assured after the recent decisions on the Big Bash.

Boon, who played 107 Tests for Australia between 1984 and 1996, was appointed to the CA board in February 2025 after serving as Cricket Tasmania director for nine years. A process to appoint a permanent chair will begin after the AGM.