Ajit Agarkar's Chief Selector Post Under Threat After Rohit Sharma Saga During ENG vs IND 2026 ODIs; Indian Legend Likely to Take over: Reports
BCCI senior leaders are weighing VVS Laxman for the chief selector role as Ajit Agarkar’s extension ends in September, reports said.
- The BCCI is considering replacing chief selector Ajit Agarkar with VVS Laxman, who currently heads the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, according to board discussions.
- Agarkar's contract officially ended in June 2026, but the BCCI approved a three-month extension concluding in September, prompting the board's evaluation of his successor.
- According to a report in Dainik Jagran, the selection committee led by Agarkar discussed excluding veteran players from future ODI assignments, reportedly influencing recent board strategy.
- Despite proving his mettle in the Ranji Trophy, Shami faced frequent fitness questions from Agarkar, adding tension to the selection committee's deliberations.
- Reports previously suggested the upcoming ODI series against England would conclude Rohit's career, but BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed these claims after the captain's century.
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Indian Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar's position is reportedly under severe threat following the 'Rohit Sharma saga' during India's 2026 ODI tour of England. Rohit scored a defiant century amidst speculation about his future, while reports indicate a clash over his ODI role and communication breakdowns within the BCCI regarding player fitness, notably Jasprit. 🏏 VVS Laxman Favored to Replace Ajit Agarkar as India’s Chief Selector: Report.
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