Agarkar Seeks Extension Till 2027 ODI World Cup
- By Thetripurapost Desk, New Delhi
- Mar 19, 2026
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Ajit Agarkar, chief selector of the India national cricket team, has expressed his willingness to continue in his role until the 2027 ODI World Cup and has formally sought a contract extension from the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
Agarkar’s current tenure, which began with his appointment as chairman of the selection committee in July 2023, has already been extended once. Ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League, the BCCI renewed his contract for an additional year, extending it until June 2026.
During his tenure, Team India has enjoyed significant success across formats. The side clinched the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup and the ICC Champions Trophy last year, while also finishing as runners-up in the 2023 ODI World Cup after losing to Australia in the final. More recently, India successfully defended its T20 World Cup title, further strengthening Agarkar’s credentials.
According to reports, discussions regarding his extension have already taken place within the board. While it remains uncertain whether the BCCI will approve his request, the absence of a strong alternative candidate could weigh in his favor. The Indian team’s immediate focus now shifts to upcoming global challenges, including the World Test Championship and the 2027 ODI World Cup.
A BCCI official had earlier confirmed that Agarkar’s contract was extended before the 2025 IPL, citing the team’s improved performances across formats during his leadership.
As a player, Agarkar enjoyed a distinguished international career, claiming a total of 349 wickets—58 in Tests, 288 in ODIs, and 3 in T20Is.
He was also part of India’s victorious squad in the inaugural 2007 ICC T20 World Cup, where India defeated Pakistan in the final in South Africa.
Among his notable records: