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Ajit Agarkar's Farewell: Pragyan Ojha Set to Become Chief Selector?
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News18•30-09-2026, 09:06
Ajit Agarkar's Farewell: Pragyan Ojha Set to Become Chief Selector?
- •Ajit Agarkar's tenure as chief selector is ending, with his BCCI contract concluding on October 4.
- •Agarkar was absent from the BCCI Selection Committee meeting in Guwahati, fueling speculation about his successor.
- •Pragyan Ojha, Shiv Sunder Das, Ajay Ratra, and RP Singh held extensive discussions with head coach Gautam Gambhir.
- •Ojha, who previously handled interim responsibilities, is now a top contender for the full-time chief selector role.
- •The Indian Selection Committee faces a busy schedule, including India's tour of New Zealand from October 22 to November 27.
Key Questions Answered
Ajit Agarkar's official contract with the BCCI concludes on October 4, bringing an end to his chapter with the Selection Committee.
Pragyan Ojha managed the meeting as the most senior selector on the committee while outgoing chief selector Ajit Agarkar was absent.
The selection committee discussed India's upcoming tour of New Zealand, which includes five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests, along with finalizing the India 'A' squad for a three-Test tour.
