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Reports: Pragyan Ojha set to become India's interim chief selector, taking over from Ajit Agarkar

Pragyan Ojha is slated to step in as India's interim chief selector once Ajit Agarkar concludes his tenure on October 4, 2026. Agarkar recently wrapped up his responsibilities by naming the squad for…

Sep 30

Pragyan Ojha gets interim chief selector role after Ajit Agarkar's exit, in line for full-time promotion: Report

Ajit Agarkar has departed from his role as chief selector after overseeing the squad selection for the upcoming home ODI series against the West Indies. In response, the BCCI has appointed Pragyan…

Sep 30

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Pragyan Ojha named interim chairman of selector after Agarkar exit

Following the departure of Ajit Agarkar, former India spinner Pragyan Ojha has stepped in as the interim head of the four-member selection committee and is positioned to take over as the next chief…

Sep 29

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Not Parthiv Patel! Rohit Sharma’s mate replaces Ajit Agarkar as chief selector, but there’s a catch

Uncertainty surrounds the leadership of India's selection panel as Ajit Agarkar missed recent committee meetings. During the ongoing series featuring the West Indies, former spinner Pragyan Ojha…

Sep 29

Sunil Gavaskar reveals harsh reality of being India’s Chief Selector amid Ajit Agarkar episode

Sunil Gavaskar has warned that the incoming chairman of the Indian selection committee will face intense pressure and scrutiny upon taking office. As Ajit Agarkar's tenure nears its end, the BCCI is…

Sep 27

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'The mischief makers could be the other selectors' - Sunil Gavaskar's warning to Ajit Agarkar's successor

Sunil Gavaskar has cautioned the future leader of India's selection panel about unique pitfalls of the position as Ajit Agarkar prepares to step down. Agarkar informed the board that he will decline…

Sep 27

Sunil Gavaskar has a word of caution for next chairman of selectors after Agarkar: ‘Mischief makers could be others'

As the Board of Control for Cricket in India searches for a successor to Ajit Agarkar, legendary player Sunil Gavaskar has issued a warning regarding the heavy burdens associated with leading the…

Sep 27

Fallout over Rohit Sharma, clashes with VVS Laxman and England review meeting snub led to Ajit Agarkar's exit: Report

Ajit Agarkar is departing his post as the chief selector for the Indian men's cricket team, largely sparked by internal friction concerning Rohit Sharma's long-term ODI role. Following an encounter…

Fallout over Rohit Sharma, clashes with VVS Laxman and England review meeting snub led to Ajit Agarkar's exit: Report

Ajit Agarkar's impending departure as chief selector stems from major disagreements surrounding Rohit Sharma's future and clashes with board leadership. Following a fixture at Lord's, Agarkar's…

Ramesh Powar set to head BCCI junior selection committee but if Parthiv Patel talks fail, he could replace Ajit Agarkar

Former national spinner Ramesh Powar has emerged as the leading candidate to take charge of the BCCI junior selection panel following the board's recent search to fill five committee spots. Powar,…

Ramesh Powar set to head BCCI junior selection committee but if Parthiv Patel talks fail, he could replace Ajit Agarkar

Ramesh Powar has emerged as the leading candidate to take charge of the BCCI's junior selection panel following the board's recent search to fill five committee spots. However, the former off-spinner…

How Ajit Agarkar’s tenure transformed Indian careers: The stars who rose, fell and found redemption under his watch

India's chief selector Ajit Agarkar is set to conclude his three-year stint when his agreement lapses on October 4, having informed cricket administrators of his plan to leave office. During his…

How Ajit Agarkar’s tenure transformed Indian careers: The stars who rose, fell and found redemption under his watch

Ajit Agarkar is set to conclude his spell leading India's selection committee, having informed the BCCI of his plan to step aside once his agreement concludes on October 4. His three-year run atop…

Three ICC trophies, tough calls and a commitment to fairness: Ajit Agarkar goes out with reputation enhanced

Ajit Agarkar is set to conclude his time as the chairman of selectors for the Indian men's cricket team, having notified the BCCI of his choice not to seek an extension when his term finishes next…

Three ICC trophies, tough calls and a commitment to fairness: Ajit Agarkar goes out with reputation enhanced

Ajit Agarkar is set to conclude his tenure as the chairman of selectors for the Indian men's cricket team after communicating to the BCCI that he will not extend his time past early next month.…

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Agarkar not seeking extension as chief selector

Ajit Agarkar will not pursue an extended stay as the head of the national selection committee. Following this development, the leadership of Indian cricket is preparing to address the upcoming…

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Agarkar not seeking extension as chief selector

Ajit Agarkar will not pursue a continued term heading the national selection committee. The Board of Control for Cricket in India is set to determine the direction of his post shortly. According to…

Ajit Agarkar wants to step down as chief selector, writes to BCCI

Ajit Agarkar has informed the BCCI of his desire to vacate his position as chairman of the men's selection panel once his term concludes on October 4. Although eligible for an additional one-year…

Ajit Agarkar wants to step down as chief selector, writes to BCCI

Ajit Agarkar has informed the BCCI of his desire to vacate his position as chairman of the senior men's selection panel once his current contract concludes on October 4. Although Agarkar is…

BCCI Annual General Meeting leaves Ajit Agarkar's future open as office-bearers get final say on selection committee

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has left the determination of Ajit Agarkar's future role with the senior men's selection panel to its top executives, following discussions held during the…

BCCI Annual General Meeting leaves Ajit Agarkar's future open as office-bearers get final say on selection committee

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has empowered its key administrators to determine whether Ajit Agarkar stays on as the leader of the men's senior selection panel. During the organization's…

Ajit Agarkar’s final selection meeting looms: Plans ‘Thank you’ note to Devajit Saikia as BCCI silence clouds his future

Ajit Agarkar appears set to step down as India's chief selector following the squad naming for the upcoming home white-ball series against the West Indies, having received no communication from the…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Rohit Sharma call looms as Agarkar heads into farewell meeting

The national selection panel led by Ajit Agarkar convenes in Delhi to finalize India's 15-man roster for the upcoming one-day international series against the West Indies, which starts on September…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Meeting delayed; new time set for Ajit Agarkar’s verdict on Rohit Sharma

The Indian cricket board's selection panel, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, has pushed back its Delhi conference to 6:30 PM on September 16, 2026, postponing the expected 15-man roster announcement for the…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Farewell for Ajit Agarkar, but Rohit Sharma the one in search of a gift

The BCCI selection panel convenes in Delhi on September 16, 2026, to finalize a 15-man roster for an upcoming home ODI series against the West Indies, scheduled to commence on September 27. The…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Ajit Agarkar’s final meeting underway; Rohit Sharma awaits his fate

The BCCI selection panel convenes in Delhi to finalize a 15-player roster for the upcoming one-day international series against the West Indies, scheduled to begin on September 27. The session is…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Ajit Agarkar set for farewell; Rohit Sharma gets his hopes revived

India is gearing up for a three-game home ODI series opposite the West Indies starting September 27, serving as preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Convening in Delhi on September 16, the…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Rohit Sharma likely as Agarkar prepares ‘thank you’ note for BCCI

India's selection committee convenes in Delhi on Wednesday, September 16, to finalize the roster for an upcoming three-game home ODI series against the West Indies that starts on September 27. The…

India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: 1 PM meeting to decide Rohit Sharma’s future in Ajit Agarkar’s swansong

National selectors are convening this afternoon to finalize India's roster for the upcoming one-day international series against the West Indies. Rohit Sharma's ongoing role and standing represent…