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The former BCCI president, IS Bindra, who played a key role in the new era of Indian cricket, passed away at 84.

Bindra served as the board president from 1993 to 1996 and was also the president of the Punjab Cricket Association from 1978 to 2014.

In 2015, the PCA stadium was renamed as IS Bindra Stadium as a tribute to his inspiring work as an administrator.

Bindra and former BCCI presidents NKP Salve and Jagmohan Dalmiya were instrumental in 1987 World Cup being held in India.

It was the first time the World Cup was held outside England and Bindra played a massive role to ensure the firm grip of the western bloc of countries was loosened and the Asian nations, lead by India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Expressing condolences, ICC chairman Jay Shah said, “Deepest condolences on the passing of Mr. I S Bindra, former BCCI president and a stalwart of Indian cricket administration. May his legacy inspire future generations. Om Shanti.”

IS Bindra who retired from cricket administration in 2014, also worked as the principal advisor of the International Cricket Council (ICC) when Sharad Pawar held the president’s post.

IS Bindra had approached the Supreme Court of India to break the monopoly of Doordarshan in cricket broadcasting.

However, his official life was not without its share of bitter moments as the support he gave to Lalit Modi after the spot-fixing saga in the IPL earned him his share of brickbats.

Bindra also played a crucial role in the appointment of Haroog Lorgat as the Cricket South Africa CEO.

But overall, Bindra remained one of the architects of modern Indian cricket from a commercial perspective.