BCCI Invites Applications for Men's Selection Committee Post After Ajit Agarkar's Tenure Ends
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for one position on its Men's Selection Committee following the end of Ajit Agarkar's tenure as chief selector on October 4, 2026. Pragyan Ojha currently serves as interim chief selector. The new member will help select the senior national men's team across formats, identify talent, and develop bench strength. Eligibility requires candidates to have played a minimum number of matches and retired at least five years ago. The application deadline is October 14.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–65/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 6 Oct, 01:36 pm. Other outlets followed.