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BCCI recognizes Ajit Agarkar's contributions after selection tenure ends

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:33 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

BCCI recognizes Ajit Agarkar's contributions after selection tenure ends

Summary

The BCCI commended Ajit Agarkar for his impactful tenure as chief selector, which concluded on October 4. His leadership oversaw a successful period including three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles, and a run to the 2023 ODI World Cup final. Agarkar had previously announced he would not seek an extension to his contract during an Annual General Meeting on September 18. Pragyan Ojha is currently serving as interim chairman of selectors, with other committee members including Shiv Sundar Das, Ajay Ratra, and RP Singh. Head coach Gautam Gambhir highlighted Agarkar's principle of prioritizing team success.

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By the Numbers

•Agarkar's tenure ended on October 4, 2026.
•India won three ICC trophies under his leadership.
•Pragyan Ojha is the interim chairman of selectors.
•Gautam Gambhir praised Agarkar's commitment to team success.
•Agarkar did not seek an extension to his contract.

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7:33 PMYahoo Sports — 'Commitment, conviction and contribution': BCCI hails Ajit Agarkar after end of tenure as chief selector

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Agarkar's tenure ended on October 4. The former India pacer had informed the Indian cricket board after its Annual General Meeting on September 18 that he would not seek an extension to his contract.
— Yahoo Sports

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