BCCI weighs VVS Laxman as Agarkar successor

The future of Ajit Agarkar as India's chief selector is uncertain, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reportedly considering former batting great VVS Laxman as a potential successor. Agarkar's current tenure is set to conclude in September 2026, and while an extension through the 2027 ODI World Cup had previously seemed likely, recent events have prompted a reevaluation.

According to reports, the controversy surrounding Rohit Sharma's ODI future during India's recent tour of England has influenced the board's thinking. Speculation emerged during the series that the third ODI at Lord's could be Sharma's final match in the format, a claim later refuted by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia. Saikia stated publicly that Sharma would continue to represent India as long as he remained part of the team's plans. The handling of this situation is understood to have not sat well with senior BCCI officials, leading to fresh discussions about the selection committee's leadership.

No final decision has been made. Agarkar's future is expected to be a key topic at the BCCI's Annual General Meeting in September, where the board will review his tenure. An extension for Agarkar...