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Ajit Agarkar Set to Be Rewarded for 'Taking Bold Decisions' with Extension as Chief Selector: Report

On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed a one-year contract extension for Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar, extending his tenure until June 2027 to oversee the 2027 ODI World Cup.
India's recent success under his leadership, including back-to-back T20 World Cup titles in 2024 and 2026 alongside the 2025 Champions Trophy, prompted the board to prioritize continuity for the national squad.
Known for making tough calls, Agarkar oversaw the transition from veterans Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin while recalling Ishan Kishan to the T20 World Cup squad following strong domestic performances.
This decision provides stability for the selection committee as the BCCI supports newer members RP Singh and Pragyan Ojha while maintaining consistent roster strategy ahead of major global tournaments.
With this extension, Agarkar becomes the joint longest-serving BCCI chief selector, matching the four-year tenures of predecessors Kris Srikkanth, Sandeep Patil, and M. S. K. Prasad.

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BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar gets contract extension till June 2027

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