Overview
- Anonymously quoted senior BCCI official told PTI that Ajit Agarkar has not asked for an extension and that a senior selector can serve up to four years under the constitution.
- Reports a day earlier from the Times of India had claimed Agarkar requested to stay through the 2027 ODI World Cup, a claim the BCCI source rebutted.
- The selection panel has identified roughly 20 ODI World Cup probables and will track their form and fitness during IPL 2026, which starts March 28.
- Selectors are expected to prioritize established 50‑over options over breakout IPL performers, with a weekly in‑person presence planned at matches.
- A full‑strength India squad is expected for the one‑off Test against Afghanistan in June, with frontline quicks such as Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj included if fit.