India selectors meet in Guwahati to discuss New Zealand tour squads

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

India selectors meet in Guwahati to discuss New Zealand tour squads
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The Indian cricket selectors convened in Guwahati to finalize squads for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. Ajit Agarkar was absent from the meeting, where Pragyan Ojha is expected to serve as interim chief selector. The selectors, which also include Shiv Sundar Das, Ajay Ratra, and RP Singh, engaged with head coach Gautam Gambhir to target a cohesive selection ahead of a busy schedule involving five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests starting October 22. The meeting was deemed unusual during an ongoing bilateral series, focusing heavily on the preparation for the New Zealand tour.

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  • •Selectors met in Guwahati without Ajit Agarkar.
  • •Pragyan Ojha likely to be named interim chief selector.
  • •India scheduled to play five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests in New Zealand.
  • •Majority of players show strong alignment based on previous selections.
  • •Selectors aim for a swift decision on the chief selector role.
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India selectors met in Guwahati without Ajit Agarkar to pick squads for the New Zealand tour. Find out why Agarkar missed out and who the interim chief is.

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