BCCI Bids Farewell To Ajit Agarkar [Source: AFP]The BCCI officially closed the chapter on Ajit Agarkar as it bid him farewell on social media. Agarkar was recently relieved of his duties as the men’s team’s chief selector.Agarkar was appointed chairman of the men’s selection committee in July 2023, succeeding Chetan Sharma. However, after three long years, his tenure ended on October 4, 2026, after he informed the BCCI that he would not seek an extension.BCCI pays tribute to parting chief selector Ajit AgarkarThe West Indies tour of India 2026 marked Ajit Agarkar’s final series as men’s selection committee chairman. As his tenure finally came to an end, the BCCI posted a heartfelt message on social media to pay tribute to Agarkar.The board acknowledged Agarkar’s successful tenure, during which India won the 2024 T20 World Cup, 2025 Champions Trophy, 2026 T20 World Cup, two Asia Cups and two Asian Games tournaments. Not only that, in the 2023 World Cup, India finished as runner-up.BCCI @BCCI A tenure marked by some truly special moments for Indian cricket — three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games Gold medals, along with a run to the 2023 ODI World Cup final. Thank you, Mr Ajit Agarkar @imAagarkar, for your commitment, conviction and Oct 7, 2026, 6:26 PM The BCCI thanked Ajit Agarkar for his commitment towards the betterment of Indian cricket and wished him the best for his future endeavours. Notably, the board has already begun the search for his replacement."A tenure marked by some truly special moments for Indian cricket — three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games Gold medals, along with a run to the 2023 ODI World Cup final. Thank you, Mr Ajit Agarkar @imAagarkar, for your commitment, conviction and contribution as Chairman of the Men’s Selection Committee. Wishing you the very best for the journey ahead," the BCCI posted on X. BCCI officially listed a job posting for the vacant role of chief selector and invited fresh applicants. Until then, Pragyan Ojha will continue to serve as interim chief selector.ALSO READGautam Gambhir Pens Emotional Note For Ajit Agarkar After BCCI Chief Selector ExitWhy did Ajit Agarkar leave?Earlier, reports claimed that the BCCI were keen on offering a one-year extension contract to Ajit Agarkar to allow him to be a part of India’s 2027 World Cup campaign. However, the ex-fast bowler rejected the offer.He reportedly had differences with the board over Rohit Sharma’s ODI future. While the BCCI views him as an asset for the 2027 World Cup, Agarkar and co. reportedly wanted him to retire before the Lord’s ODI in 2026.Later, Ajit Agarkar also skipped the BCCI review meeting, which indicated that his time was up. And in October 2026, Agarkar formally exited as chairman of the men's selection committee.ALSO READHasan Nawaz Lavishes Praise On India After Pakistan's Heartbreaking Asian Games Loss
