Ajit Agarkar's India chief selector future hangs in balance, BCCI to take call soon

Ajit Agarkar's future as India's chief selector will be discussed in a crucial meeting with senior BCCI officials soon. The board is open to an extension, but the final decision remains pending.Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector of the India men's team. Courtesy: PTIAjit Agarkar’s future as India’s chief selector is set to be decided soon, with the BCCI expected to hold a crucial meeting with the chairman of the senior men’s selection committee.A top source has confirmed to Sports Tak that senior BCCI officials are likely to meet Agarkar to discuss whether he will continue in the role. While there is support within both the BCCI and the Indian team for Agarkar to remain chief selector, the final decision will depend on the outcome of the meeting.The source said that the BCCI is open to offering the former India fast bowler an extension. However, Agarkar will also have to decide whether he wants to continue in the demanding role.His position has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, particularly with his current extension due to expire in September. The board is also considering a further one-year extension, but no final decision has been made yet. Reports have also suggested differences between sections of the BCCI and the selection committee over the handling of Rohit Sharma’s ODI future, adding another layer of uncertainty to the situation.For now, Agarkar remains in charge of India’s selection panel. However, the upcoming meeting with the BCCI top brass could prove decisive in determining whether he continues as chief selector or whether the board opts for a change. With India facing an important period across formats, the BCCI’s decision on Agarkar’s future is expected to come into focus soon.HOW INDIA HAVE FARED UNDER AGARKARAjit Agarkar was appointed chairman of India’s senior men’s selection committee in July 2023, replacing Chetan Sharma, who had stepped down earlier that year.India’s performance under Agarkar’s selection panel has produced several major highs. Soon after his appointment, India reached the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup at home, although they lost to Australia. The biggest success came in 2024, when India ended their long wait for an ICC title by winning the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa in a dramatic final.The success continued in 2025 as India won the Champions Trophy, beating New Zealand in the final and completing the tournament unbeaten.However, Agarkar’s tenure has not been without setbacks. India suffered a historic home Test series defeat to New Zealand and also endured a disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign in Australia.Overall, India’s record under Agarkar has been defined by major ICC triumphs, alongside difficult results during a period of transition and significant selection changes.- EndsPublished By: sabyasachi chowdhuryPublished On: Aug 31, 2026 22:12 IST