India’s Coach Gautam Gambhir, right, with Ajit Agarkar (PTI Photo)
India head coach Gautam Gambhir bid farewell to outgoing chief selector Ajit Agarkar , praising his conviction and highlighting the three ICC trophies India won during his tenure.
Those 3 ICC trophies are testimony of your conviction: Team first & Team ahead, always.. The former India pacer took charge in July 2023 and completed his term on October 4. He had informed the BCCI after its Annual General Meeting on September 18 that he would not seek an extension. During Agarkar’s stint, India reached the 2023 ODI World Cup final before winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, the 2025 Champions Trophy and the 2026 T20 World Cup. Ojha, who played 24 Tests for India, could be appointed the full-time chairman based on seniority if the BCCI’s eventual choice has played fewer Tests. Parthiv Patel , whose name has emerged as a possible addition to the selection panel, would have greater seniority than Ojha, having played 25 Tests for India. Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news , check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule .
“Dear Ajit Bhai, an absolute honour to work with you. I must say, History will be kinder to you. Thank you for everything. My heartfelt wishes for your future endeavours,” Gambhir posted on X. Gambhir, who worked closely with Agarkar during his tenure as India head coach, acknowledged the selector’s approach of putting the team ahead of individual considerations. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha is currently serving as interim chairman of selectors and chaired the meeting that picked India’s squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour. The BCCI has invited applications for one position on the five-member senior men’s selection committee. Shiv Sundar Das, Ajay Ratra and RP Singh are the other current members. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.
Agarkar’s tenure as chairman of the senior men’s selection committee officially ended on Tuesday, with the BCCI inviting applications to fill the vacant position.