BCCI discusses Ajit Agarkar's future after AGM decisions
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) met for its 95th Annual General Meeting in Mumbai, where it authorized office-bearers to decide on Ajit Agarkar's tenure as chairman of the men's senior selection committee. Agarkar's contract, which began in July 2023, is set to expire next month. If the BCCI opts not to extend his contract, the selection process for a new chairman will involve advertising the position and conducting interviews. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel is considered a strong candidate for the role. The selectors are currently preparing for upcoming series, including matches against West Indies and New Zealand.
- •BCCI held its 95th AGM in Mumbai to discuss various issues.
- •Ajit Agarkar's contract as chairman ends next month.
- •The BCCI may look to appoint a new chairman if Agarkar's contract is not extended.
- •Parthiv Patel is a leading candidate for the chairman position.
- •Selectors are preparing for series against West Indies and New Zealand.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — 'Fifteen days is a long time': BCCI plays wait-and-watch on Ajit Agarkar's future
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — BCCI to take call on Ajit Agarkar's future after AGM authorisation, confirms Rajeev Shukla
"Agarkar was appointed chairman of the men's senior selection committee in July 2023, and his contract is scheduled to end next month.
"Agarkar was appointed chairman of the men's senior selection committee in July 2023, and his contract is scheduled to end next month.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 8:34 PM'Fifteen days is a long time': BCCI plays wait-and-watch on Ajit Agarkar's future
Agarkar was appointed chairman of the men's senior selection committee in July 2023, and his contract is scheduled to end next month.
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 3:40 PMBCCI to take call on Ajit Agarkar's future after AGM authorisation, confirms Rajeev Shukla
Agarkar was appointed chairman of the men's senior selection committee in July 2023, and his contract is scheduled to end next month.
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