Hyderabad’s Girish Dongre has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Hyderabad Cricket Association.
The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) is pleased to announce that Girish Dongre has assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Association, effective 5 November 2026, says an HCA release.
The appointment marks a significant step in HCA’s continued efforts to strengthen institutional governance, professionalise administration, enhance operational efficiency and accelerate cricket development across Hyderabad and Telangana.
With his experience in cricket administration and management, Dongre is expected to play a key role in advancing the Association’s strategic priorities and strengthening its administrative and cricketing operations, says the release.
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The 62-year-old Dongre was the Chief Operating Officer of the Andhra Cricket Association. Dongre was also the administrative manager of the Indian team for a couple of years.
The Hyderabad-based Dongre had also worked as a Liaison Officer for a few years. He is also a former coach of the Hyderabad U-19 team.
Jeevan Reddy welcomes Girish
Welcoming the new CEO, Manney Jeevan Reddy, secretary, HCA, extended his congratulations and best wishes to Dongre.
Speaking on the occasion, the secretary stated: “We are delighted to welcome Girish Dongre as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Hyderabad Cricket Association. His appointment reflects our commitment to building a professionally managed, transparent and accountable institution.
“We are confident that his experience, leadership and administrative expertise will contribute significantly to strengthening the Association’s functioning, improving operational standards and creating a more effective framework for cricket development.
“Our collective priority is to provide better infrastructure, greater opportunities and a strong development pathway for talented cricketers, particularly those emerging from the districts of Telangana,” he said.
Jeevan Reddy further emphasised that close coordination among the office bearers, Apex Council, CEO, administrative team and cricketing stakeholders would be essential to achieving the Association’s long-term objectives.
The Hyderabad Cricket Association looks forward to working closely with Dongre in ushering in a new phase of professional excellence, good governance and sustainable cricket development, says the release.
