Overview
- Multiple Indian outlets reported in mid‑August that VVS Laxman is the leading candidate to be named a newly created BCCI Director of Cricket.
- The role, as described by sources, would give the director authority over performance reviews, key appointments, selection input, and overall management of cricket operations.
- The move is linked to the BCCI’s September administrative cycle and the scheduled expiry of Ajit Agarkar’s chief selector term, with reports saying short‑term extensions for incumbents are being considered.
- The BCCI has not issued any formal confirmation and the job’s exact reporting lines with the selection committee and format coaches remain unresolved.
- Supporters point to Laxman’s work running the Centre of Excellence and recent interim coaching stints, while critics note open questions about injury management, accountability and how the change would affect Gautam Gambhir’s and Ajit Agarkar’s roles.