Kevin Roberts appointed as Cricket Australia CEO

Cricketer-turned-business executive Kevin Roberts has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cricket Australia (CA).The 46-year-old will replace the former CEO James Sutherland who had formally stepped down from the post after holding the position since 2001.Reflecting on his appointment, Roberts said that he is privileged to be handed over with the responsibility and he further thanked the board for giving him the opportunity."It is a great privilege and responsibility to lead and serve the cricket community as CEO of Cricket Australia. I thank the Board for this opportunity and look forward to commencing in the role," Cricket.com.au quoted Roberts, as saying.Speaking about his responsibilities, the newly-appointed CEO asserted that he would be looking to overcome the challenges faced by the board along with providing the best experience with those who watch the game and those who play the game."It's also true that the game and Cricket Australia have faced some ...