ABOUT
Professional Profile
Kalim Khan is a seasoned executive with a dynamic career spanning global cricket management and over a decade of experience in the financial services sector. Currently serving as the CEO of the Bangla Tigers, Kalim leads operations across major international franchise leagues including the Abu Dhabi T10, GT20 Canada, ZimAfro T10, and Lanka T10.
His leadership has been instrumental in delivering on-field success, with Bangla Tigers Cape Town claiming the ZimAfro T10 championship, and Bangla Tigers Hambantota winning the Lanka T10 in 2024. Kalim also spearheaded the acquisition and strategic launch of Bangla Tigers Mississauga in the GT20 Canada, expanding the franchise’s footprint in North America.
Prior to this, he served as CEO of the New York Strikers, where he played a pivotal role in successfully integrating the franchise into the Abu Dhabi T10 league in 2022.
In 2018, Kalim founded A C E Management Group, a global sports and talent agency representing elite international cricketers and coaches. His expertise bridges high-performance sport, brand management, and commercial strategy—positioning him as a respected figure at the intersection of cricket and business.
Skills
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Business Development
Game Day Operations Executive
Work Experience
Cricket
CEO: Bangla Tigers - 2023 to Present.
Social Media & Marketing Consultant: ILT20 2025
Security Protocol: ICC Champions Trophy 2025
CEO: New York Strikers - Abu Dhabi T10 2022
Media & Operations: Dubai Sports City (Events)
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Asia Cup - 2022
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ICC T20 Men's World Cup - 2021
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Pakistan Super League - 2019
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Pakistan Super League - 2018
Financial Services
United National Bank (UBL UK): Mayfair, London.
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Snr. Relationship Manager (Real Estate) - Jan 24 to Dec 24.
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Relationship Manager (Real Estate) - Oct 22 to Jan 24.
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Relationship Officer (Real Estate) - Mar 20 to Oct 22.
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Relationship Officer (Corporate) - Jun 18 to Mar 20.
Adenza - Previously AxiomSL: City of London
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Quality Assurance Analyst - Oct 15 to Mar 18.
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Project Management Officer (PMO) - Mar 15 to Oct 15.
Caspia Research in Web Limited: Luton, UK.
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Junior Project Manager - May 14 to Feb 15.
JNF Capital: Liverpool Street, London
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Junior Stock Broker - Jan 14 to Apr 14.
Languages
English
Urdu
Hindi
Pashto