Ajit Agarkar Appointed Chairman

Former India all-rounder Ajit Agarkar has been appointed as the Chairman of the Indian Senior Men’s Selection Committee, the BCCI announced on Tuesday.

Now committee consists

The Senior Men’s Selection Committee now consists of Ajit Agarkar (Chairperson), Shiv Sundar Das, Subroto Banerjee, Salil Ankola, and Sridharan Sharath. The appointment of Ajit Agarkar comes at a crucial juncture as Team India is recovering from the massive defeat in World Test Championship Finals and is preparing for the ICC World Cup 2023 in October-November.

The former India all-rounder represented the country in 26 Tests, 191 ODIs, and four T20Is, in addition to playing 110 first-class, 270 List A, and 62 T20 matches. As a former fast bowler, he was part of India’s victorious squad in the inaugural T20 World Cup held in South Africa in 2007.

Achievement

Apart from his bowling prowess, Agarkar showcased his batting abilities on several occasions. Notably, he etched his name on the Lord’s Honor Board with a century against England in 2002. Additionally, Agarkar held the record for the fastest half-century in ODIs for India, achieving the feat in just 21 balls against Zimbabwe in 2000. He also broke Dennis Lillee’s record for reaching 50 ODI wickets in the fewest matches, achieving the milestone in his 23rd ODI.

Taking on this new role as Chairman of the Senior Men’s Selection Committee, Agarkar aims to contribute to the development and success of Indian cricket. His appointment follows the departure of former cricketer Chetan Sharma, who was relieved of his duties after a sting operation controversy.

The newly formed Men’s Selection Committee comprises Ajit Agarkar as Chairperson, along with Shiv Sundar Das, Subroto Banerjee, Salil Ankola, and Sridharan Sharath. The committee’s recommendations were based on seniority, considering the total number of Test matches played by the members.

FAQs about Ajit Agarkar’s Appointment as Chairman of Indian Senior Men’s Selection Committee

Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Indian Senior Men’s Selection Committee?

Former India all-rounder Ajit Agarkar has been appointed as the Chairman of the Indian Senior Men’s Selection Committee.

Who are the other members of the Senior Men’s Selection Committee along with Ajit Agarkar?

The Senior Men’s Selection Committee now consists of Ajit Agarkar (Chairperson), Shiv Sundar Das, Subroto Banerjee, Salil Ankola, and Sridharan Sharath.

What is Ajit Agarkar’s cricketing background?

Ajit Agarkar is a former India all-rounder who represented the country in 26 Tests, 191 ODIs, and four T20Is. He also played 110 first-class, 270 List A, and 62 T20 matches. As a fast bowler, he was part of India’s victorious squad in the inaugural T20 World Cup held in South Africa in 2007.

What are some of Ajit Agarkar’s achievements in cricket?

Apart from his bowling prowess, Ajit Agarkar showcased his batting abilities on several occasions. He scored a century against England at Lord’s in 2002. He also held the record for the fastest half-century in ODIs for India, achieving the feat in just 21 balls against Zimbabwe in 2000. Additionally, he broke Dennis Lillee’s record for reaching 50 ODI wickets in the fewest matches, achieving the milestone in his 23rd ODI.

What is Ajit Agarkar’s aim as the Chairman of the Senior Men’s Selection Committee?

Ajit Agarkar aims to contribute to the development and success of Indian cricket in his new role as Chairman of the Senior Men’s Selection Committee.