Henderson chooses to resign as CA Chief, and Baird will take over the next year. After Earl Eddings’ departure in February of this year, Henderson took over the reins from temporary chair Richard Freudenstein.
Mike Baird, a former premier of New South Wales. Will take over as Cricket Australia’s chairman after Lachlan Henderson chose to resign. On Sunday owing to “work commitments.” Henderson said that his recent appointment as CEO of Perth-based health insurance provider HBF. Prevents him from dedicating enough time to the top position.
“The new role I’ve taken in my home city Perth will make it difficult to devote the time required as Chair, so I have decided this is the right time to hand over the role,”
According to a statement made by Henderson, cricket.com.au.
After Earl Eddings’ departure in February of this year, Henderson took over the reins from temporary chair Richard Freudenstein.
As the fourth chair in less than 18 months, current Board member Baird has gained the overwhelming support of his fellow CA directors. And state chairs to assume the responsibilities in February.
In 2020, the 54-year-old Baird joined the CA board after serving as NSW Premier from 2014 to 2017.
Next year will provide numerous problems for Baird, including a new TV rights arrangement and a player payment agreement.
“Lachlan (Henderson) has made a great contribution as Chair and I’m delighted he will continue to provide his considerable business and cricket expertise on the CA Board,”
he stated.
“It is an honour to take such an important role in Australian cricket at a time when so much exciting work is being done to grow our national sport and take it forward.
“I’m pleased to have the chance to work even more closely with CEO Nick Hockley and his team and all those working across Australian cricket.”
Only a few days have pass since David Warner decide to drop his effort to get his leadership ban overturn.
Henderson handled numerous significant events during his brief tenure. Including the promotion of Andrew McDonald to chief coach of Australia following Justin Langer’s abrupt departure.
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