Cricket Australia Chief Nick Hockley resigns, to vacate top post by March 2025

Nick Hockley, CEO of Cricket Australia, has announced his resignation after serving for five years. Hockley, who became the interim chief executive in 2020 and then took over permanently in 2021, has informed the board that he will step down in March 2025. He emphasized the need for the board to find a new CEO and is committed to ensuring a smooth transition.

Cricket Australia Chief Steps Down

  • Resignation Announcement: Hockley stated that this was a difficult decision but believed it was the right time to pursue new challenges. He assured that he would remain focused on the upcoming season and the ongoing five-year strategic plan.
  • Statement: “This was a difficult decision. However, following what promises to be a blockbuster summer and with our five-year strategic plan well progressed, this is the right time to pursue another challenge while giving the Board plenty of time to find its next CEO to build on the strong foundations now in place,” Hockley said.