Cricket Australia (CA) on Monday appointed Nick Hockley as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who had been working as interim CEO since June 2020. In a statement, Earl Eddings, CA's chairman said, "Nick's contribution to Australian Cricket has been immense and on behalf of the board, I am most pleased to confirm his appointment as CEO, which was unanimously endorsed by the board."
Hockley had successfully organized domestic and international series last year while holding the post of CEO. He played a key role in hosting India India's despite the COVID-19 epidemic during this period. In such a situation, Cricket Australia has given him the post of full-time CEO. Now, his biggest responsibility will be to host the upcoming Ashes series.
Praising Hockley, Eddings further said, "From delivering the historic T20 Women's World Cup to ensuring a safe and successful 2020-21 season, Nick has already proven himself to be in the very top echelon of sports administrators both in Australia and around the world. Nick Hockley named interim CEO at an incredibly challenging period for Australian sport, and society in general, and many instances where the once-in-a-generation obstacles in his path must have seemed overwhelming. But through his leadership, resolve, worth ethic and vision for the game, Australian Cricket emerged stronger than ever. For that, Nick deserves enormous credit."
Meanwhile, Hockley said, "As Australia's national sport, cricket is at the heart of our national and cultural identity. I am under no illusion about the importance of cricket to the lives of so many Australians, nor the magnitude and responsibility of this role."
