BCCI appoints Ramesh Powar to Men’s Selection Committee replacing Ajit Agarkar, Pragyan Ojha named chairman based on Test seniority, CAC comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape conducts interviews at BCCI headquarters.
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BCCI announce Ramesh Powar as replacement for Ajit Agarkar on selection panel, Pragyan Ojha will be chief selector
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed former India cricketer Ramesh Powar to the Men’s Selection Committee, replacing Ajit AgarkarIn another major development, Pragyan Ojha will serve as the committee’s chairperson, based on seniority in terms of Test appearancesThe appointments follow a selection process conducted by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape, at the BCCI headquarters.
Powar was recommended unanimously by the CAC after the panel screened and interviewed applicants for the positionHis appointment brings a former international cricketer and experienced coach into the selection setup as Indian cricket continues to plan for upcoming assignments across formats.
Ramesh Powar replaces Ajit Agarkar on selection panel
Powar represented India in two Test matches and 31 One-Day Internationals during his playing careerAfter retiring from international cricket, he moved into coaching and took up several important roles in Indian cricket.
He has served as head coach of the India women’s team, Mumbai and GujaratHe has also worked as a bowling coach at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, gaining experience in player development and team preparation.
During his time with the India women’s team, Powar was part of a successful period that included an Asia Cup title and a silver medal at the Commonwealth GamesHis coaching experience across domestic and international cricket is expected to add another perspective to the men’s selection panel.
Pragyan Ojha to chair men’s selection committee
The BCCI has confirmed that Pragyan Ojha will chair the committee on the basis of seniority, determined by the number of Test matches playedOjha is joined by Shiv Sunder Das, RP Singh, Ajay Ratra and newly appointed member Powar on the selection panel.
The committee will be responsible for selecting India’s men’s teams as the side prepares for its upcoming international commitmentsThe appointment also marks a change in the composition of the panel following Agarkar’s tenure as chairman.
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