Agarkar’s tenure ended last month and the BCCI on Tuesday invited applications to fill the vacant post. The Board of Control for Cricket in India lauded outgoing chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar for showing commitment, conviction and contribution in his role over the last three years. This was after weeks of speculation over whether he would be considered for an extension.
“A tenure marked by some truly special moments for Indian cricket — three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games Gold medals, along with a run to the 2023 ODI World Cup final,” the BCCI posted on its official X account.
India won the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cup, along with the 2025 Champions Trophy during Agarkar’s tenure, during which he handled a transition that involved T20 and Test retirements of batting greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
His tenure also included India’s two Asia Cup triumphs and back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, while the national side continued to remain a dominant force across formats. Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha has taken charge as the acting chairman of the selection committee and presided over the squad selection for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand and three India A games. The BCCI has invited applications for Agarkar’s replacement from the West Zone. The new selector will be involved in long-term squad planning, talent identification, monitoring domestic cricket and strategy meetings.
Gambhir said “history would be kinder” to Agarkar whose conviction in “team first” theory was crucial to the country winning three ICC trophies during his tenure.
BCCI’s congratulatory message follows head coach Gautam Gambhir ‘s note of thanks to Agarkar earlier in the day.
