His tenure also saw the retirement of stalwarts such as Virat Kohli (T20Is and Tests), Rohit Sharma (T20Is and Tests), and Ravichandran Ashwin (international cricket). Ajit Agarkar ‘s fate as BCCI chief selector will be decided in the next 48 hours, according to a report published on Sunday evening. Agarkar was appointed BCCI chief selector on July 4, 2023. During his tenure as the head of the selection committee, the Indian cricket team won the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups, along with the 2025 Champions Trophy. His contract was set to end in June 2026, but he was given a three-month extension by the board.
BCCI Discusses Agarkar’s Contract Extension
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to meet over the next two days to discuss the potential extension of Ajay Agarkar’s contract, which is currently scheduled to end on October 4. According to a report from Sportstar, both Agarkar and BCCI officials are optimistic about reaching an agreement, with hopes to resolve some early concerns. As it stands, Agarkar is eligible for a one-year extension, although the BCCI has not publicly commented on his future. His upcoming selection meeting is expected to determine the Indian ODI squad for the West Indies series.
The meeting will be attended by chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar. Seasoned KL Rahul could be named India’s vice-captain for the upcoming three-match ODI series against the West Indies, starting September 27. India, to be led by Shubman Gill , will begin the ODI campaign against the Caribbeans in Thiruvananthapuram, while the remaining two matches will be held in Guwahati (September 30) and Mullanpur (October 3). The team for the West Indies series, along with the Irani Cup squad, is scheduled to be picked on September 16, a day after the second T20I against Afghanistan.
