Ajit Agarkar
Ajit Agarkar is a former Indian cricketer and the current chairman of the selection committee for the Indian national team. He has been instrumental in selecting players for significant tournaments, including the ICC Champions Trophy, and recently included Harshit Rana as a replacement for injured pacer Jasprit Bumrah.
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Azharuddin made a direct appeal to the selection panel led by Ajit Agarkar, backing Sarfaraz for another opportunity.
'He deserves another chance': Ex-India captain sends strong message to Ajit Agarkar over Sarfaraz Khan | Cricket News
India· 2026-01-27
Ajit Agarkar, India’s chief selector, is a strong personality and capable of taking tough calls independently.
'Gautam Gambhir fired the gun from Ajit Agarkar's shoulder': Ex-India player on Rohit Sharma's ODI captaincy removal | Cricket NewsIndia· 2026-01-17
India captain was seen engaged in a lengthy discussion with chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar at the venue.
What happened to Rishabh Pant? How the India wicketkeeper-batter was ruled out vs New Zealand - A blow-by-blow account | Cricket NewsIndia· 2026-01-11
Ajit Agarkar was part of the press conference discussing team selections.
'He respected the game': R Ashwin explains how Ishan Kishan earned his T20 World Cup recall | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-21
Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who unveiled the squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
'Shubman Gill’s exit was inevitable': R Ashwin drops blunt truth on T20 World Cup snub | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-21
Ajit Agarkar addressed the media regarding Shubman Gill's omission from the squad.
T20 World Cup squad: 'Very happy' Ishan Kishan reacts to India recall as Shubman Gill misses out | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-20
Ajit Agarkar explained the decision to drop Shubman Gill and discussed the team's combination strategy.
India T20 World Cup squad: Why Shubman Gill was dropped - at the last moment | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-20
Ajit Agarkar and the selection committee continue to ignore Ishan Kishan despite his strong performances.
India squad for T20 World Cup: Shubman Gill dropped; Ishan Kishan included in 15-member squad | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-20
Ajit Agarkar has been asked about the future of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the ODI World Cup.
'Felt strange': Ex-KKR teammate asks why Gautam Gambhir did not 'credit' Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for ODI series win | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-11
The men's senior selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, has been communicated about Gill's current status.
Shubman Gill all set to play T20Is vs South Africa | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-03Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who explained the need for Gill's sudden ascension in the team.
These Guys Deserve Better! Ex-selectors say Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli must stop being put on trial | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-02
Ajit Agarkar, the chief selector, has had no practical communication with Rohit Sharma during the series.
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Pakistan· 2025-12-02Chief selector Ajit Agarkar pointed out that it is unusual for cricketers to stay at the top while playing only one format.
'As easy as making tea': Former cricketer Virender Sehwag hails Virat Kohli after Ranchi hundred | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-01
Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who will participate in the meeting regarding the players' futures.
BCCI set to hold crucial meeting on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s ODI future after South Africa series | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-29Ajit Agarkar is the men's senior selection committee chairman who made notable decisions regarding captaincy.
Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya: Two leadership calls in Ajit Agarkar's tenure which were a royal mess | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-29Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who needs to get their act right alongside Gambhir.
'Emotional coach is not a good thing': AB de Villiers' explosive verdict on Gautam Gambhir after India's 2-0 whitewash | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-28
Ajit Agarkar held a press conference discussing various players including Rishabh Pant.
'Forever Grateful': Rishabh Pant’s emotional message after comeback from injury goes viral | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-13
Ajit Agarkar is the BCCI chief selector facing a complex situation regarding Kohli and Rohit's participation in the World Cup.
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma face serious warning: 'You're not irreplaceable' | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-08
Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who has indicated that they are looking beyond Shami for the national team.
‘Zid’ and ‘junoon’ of Mohammed Shami: The man who refuses to give up, no matter what life throws at him | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-31
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar's decision on overlooking Surya’s slump is questioned.
Pipe down, Surya! India need runs from their captain, not punchlines | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-28
Ajit Agarkar cited injury concerns for Sarfaraz Khan's exclusion from the India 'A' team.
Desh ka partition karke mann nahi bhara kya? Sarfaraz Khan snub turns political; BJP warns against dividing India on communal lines | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-22
Ajit Agarkar held a press conference discussing Shreyas Iyer, Pant's injury, Bumrah's availability, and why Karun was dropped.
Sarfaraz Khan misses out again, Rishabh Pant recovers to be named captain of India A vs South Africa A - complete squads | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-21
Ajit Agarkar explains why Shubman Gill succeeded Rohit Sharma as ODI skipper and addressed the situation regarding Shami's fitness.
Mohammed Shami hits back at India chief selector Ajit Agarkar: 'It is all in front of your eyes' | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-18
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed during a press conference that he had personally informed Rohit about the selectors’ decision.
Rohit Sharma’s first interaction with Gautam Gambhir after stepping down as ODI captain - WATCH | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-17Ajit Agarkar is the chief selector who Mohammed Shami fired back at after being snubbed for the Australia ODIs.
'I can also play': Mohammed Shami fires back at chief selector Ajit Agarkar after Australia ODIs snub | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-14Ashwin didn't discuss his retirement decision extensively with chief selector Ajit Agarkar.
Was R Ashwin 'forced' into international retirement by Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir? | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-09Ajit Agarkar made it clear that they expected a bit more from Nair after the selection committee meeting.
Time running out for Sai Sudharsan? Not much room for failure in Indian cricket | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-08
Ajit Agarkar is the head of the Indian selection panel that called up Jurel for his maiden Test.
Dhruv Jurel's rise from Agra to Team India: Batting temperament of Rahul Dravid and safe hands like Wriddhiman Saha | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-08
Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar confirmed discussing the captaincy change with Rohit Sharma.
'Tendulkar', 'Dhoni', 'Sidhu' pay tribute to Rohit Sharma's ODI captaincy - watch video | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-07
Ajit Agarkar confirmed that both Rohit and Virat passed their mandatory pre-season fitness tests.
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma warned despite Australia selection: 'Picked because of ...' | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-07