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BCCI Clarifies VVS Laxman's Presence in Selection Meeting
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News18•06-10-2026, 22:20
BCCI Clarifies VVS Laxman's Presence in Selection Meeting
- •The BCCI explained that VVS Laxman attended the men's selection committee meeting in Guwahati to prevent any miscommunication regarding player fitness.
- •Secretary Devajit Saikia stated that Laxman will participate in all future selection meetings in his capacity as the head of the Centre of Excellence.
- •Laxman's attendance had sparked rumors on social media, especially following the advertisement for a selection committee position left vacant by Ajit Agarkar.
- •Officials noted that Laxman cannot directly replace Agarkar because he belongs to the South Zone while the open vacancy is reserved for the West Zone.
- •The decision follows previous reports of friction between the board and the Centre of Excellence concerning player injuries and rehabilitation.
Key Questions Answered
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia stated that VVS Laxman will attend all future selection meetings to avoid any miscommunication between the Centre of Excellence (CoE) and the board regarding players' fitness and injuries.
No, Laxman cannot directly replace Agarkar because he is from the South Zone, whereas the vacant selection committee position is specifically for a West Zone selector.
Reports of mistrust emerged following a series of curious injuries to Indian star players, including some who got injured immediately after returning to the team, bringing Laxman's role as the head of the CoE into sharp focus.
