BCCI set to replace two selectors in Ajit Agarkar-led committee
The chief of BCCI's selection committee, Ajit Agarkar, has reportedly been confirmed to continue in the role till 2026. The former Indian cricketer has been handed a contract extension by the apex board. However, Agarkar's team is set to undergo a shake-up. In the latest update, the BCCI has opened the application process for vacancies across the national selection committees, including the Senior Men’s Selection Committee. The move confirms that two positions on the men’s panel will be vacated. Reprtedly, among those set to be replaced is South Zone selector S. Sharath, who has completed the maximum four-year tenure.
BCCI announces vacancies in national selection committee
In an official release on Thursday, the BCCI invited applications to fill these two posts on the senior men’s panel. According to the eligibility rules for the role, applicants must have represented India in at least seven Test matches or featured in 30 first class games. Alternatively, those with experience in a minimum of 10 ODIs and 20 First-Class matches are also eligible. In addition, candidates must have retired from professional cricket at least five years earlier and should not have served on any BCCI cricket committee for more than five cumulative years.
With Sharath’s exit confirmed, speculation surrounds which of the remaining members will be replaced. The present panel consists of Ajit Agarkar, SS Das, Subroto Banerjee, Ajay Ratra, and Sharath. Since Ratra was only inducted as the North Zone selector last year, the second outgoing member is expected to be either Das or Banerjee. This shake-up comes at a pivotal time, with a packed home season ahead and preparations underway for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
Meanwhile, the BCCI has also announced openings for four roles on the Senior Women’s Selection Committee. These positions are reserved for former India women’s internationals who meet similar retirement and prior-committee service requirements. Additionally, one slot has been advertised for the Junior Men’s Selection Committee. The selected individual will oversee squads up to the Under-22 level, monitor junior tournaments, and help ensure a strong pipeline for the senior team. Applicants must have played a minimum of 25 First-Class matches and, like in the other categories, must have been retired for at least five years.
The deadline for submitting applications across all three committees is 5:00 PM IST on September 10, 2025. Shortlisted candidates may later be interviewed as part of the selection process. The BCCI has emphasized that all appointees will be expected to adhere to its code of conduct and uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
