Ajit Agarkar to finalize India's squad for West Indies ODIs
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Ajit Agarkar is set to announce his final squad for India's upcoming three-match ODI series against the West Indies. This selection meeting may signal the end of his tenure as chief selector, as he is not expected to have his contract renewed. Rohit Sharma’s future in the ODI setup remains uncertain, with speculation about his potential retirement following the England series. Recent discussions suggest that a change in the selection committee, possibly bringing in VVS Laxman, could positively impact Sharma's chances of remaining in contention for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The West Indies series begins on September 27, 2026.
- •Ajit Agarkar will announce India's ODI squad for the West Indies series.
- •This could be Agarkar's last act as chief selector.
- •Rohit Sharma's position has been under scrutiny amid retirement talks.
- •VVS Laxman is considered a possible replacement for Agarkar.
- •India hosts West Indies for three ODIs starting September 27.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Rohit Sharma picked for West Indies ODI series: Boost for former India captain's chances of making 2027 ODI World Cup squad
- 9:56 AMYahoo Sports — Rohit Sharma's path cleared for 2027 ODI World Cup! Ajit Agarkar set to pick final squad for West Indies ODIs before chief selector stint ends - report
"With Rohit Sharma selected to play against the West Indies in the upcoming three-match ODI series, the former India skipper's chances for the 2027 World Cup take a big boost.
"Rohit Sharma's path to the 2027 ODI World Cup is clear as chief selector Ajit Agarkar prepares to name his final India squad for the 3-match West Indies series.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 4:28 PMRohit Sharma picked for West Indies ODI series: Boost for former India captain's chances of making 2027 ODI World Cup squad
With Rohit Sharma selected to play against the West Indies in the upcoming three-match ODI series, the former India skipper's chances for the 2027 World Cup take a big boost.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 9:56 AMRohit Sharma's path cleared for 2027 ODI World Cup! Ajit Agarkar set to pick final squad for West Indies ODIs before chief selector stint ends - report
Rohit Sharma's path to the 2027 ODI World Cup is clear as chief selector Ajit Agarkar prepares to name his final India squad for the 3-match West Indies series.
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