After five years in the position, Nick Hockley has declared he will leave his position as CEO of Cricket Australia (CA) in March 2025.

Having worked in the Australian gaming industry for 13 years in a variety of roles, Hockley first assumed the post in an acting capacity during the early stages of the Covid-19 outbreak, following Kevin Roberts' resignation due to dissatisfaction with CA's first handling of the problem, which included a widespread staff walkout.

In June 2020, Hockley assumed the role of acting CEO until being officially appointed as the permanent CEO eleven months later.

CA has established solid growth foundations under his direction, having signed major media deals with Seven West Media, Foxtel Group, and Disney Star in India, and implementing an extensive five-year plan.

"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.

"This is not the time for goodbyes, as I remain completely focussed on the season ahead and supporting the Board on succession and a smooth transition."

India will return to the country for a five-Test series during Hockley's final season as captain of the Canterbury English cricket team. In addition, the Women's Ashes will be hosted in January.