Former India batter Manoj Tiwary has launched a sharp critique of the process that led to Rohit Sharma’s removal as ODI captain, arguing the decision didn’t happen in a vacuum and pointing a finger at both chief selector Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir. Tiwary called the move “disrespectful” to Rohit — a player […]

Jitesh Sharma’s sudden omission from India’s 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has emerged as one of the most talked-about selection calls in recent times. The Baroda wicketkeeper-batter had been a regular feature in India’s T20I plans during the five-match series against South Africa and was widely seen as the frontrunner to […]

Senior men’s selection committee chairman Ajit Agarkar was in attendance at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Sunday, January 11, as India took on New Zealand in the opening ODI of their three-match series. The former India pacer, who took charge as chief selector in mid-2023, was seen watching the contest alongside ICC chairman Jay […]

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has thrown his full support behind Ajit Agarkar and the national selection committee for the squad picked for the upcoming T20 World Cup, stating that the panel deserves “full marks” for backing match-winners. While Harbhajan admitted he felt disappointed for Shubman Gill, who missed out on selection, he believes the […]

Former India chief selector MSK Prasad has issued a strong message to current selector Ajit Agarkar, warning him against “messing with the minds” of senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma by repeatedly pushing the idea of mandatory domestic cricket. Prasad recalled that during his tenure, the selection panel never once brought up such […]

Indian cricket is facing one of its most unsettling phases in recent years, and the fallout from India’s back-to-back home Test series defeats continues to intensify. A senior BCCI official has now confirmed that the spotlight will not remain solely on the team management—India’s selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, will also be questioned for […]

Rohit Sharma made a rare and heartwarming appearance at the Bandra-Kurla Complex during the lunch break of the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Himachal Pradesh. The former India captain, casually dressed in a blue shirt, shorts and a black cap, spent time catching up with ex-teammates and even slipped in a few light sprints […]

Mohammed Shami’s childhood coach, Mohammed Badruddin, has voiced strong concerns over what he believes is a deliberate oversight by the BCCI selectors. According to him, Shami’s name is being repeatedly ignored despite the veteran pacer proving his fitness and delivering standout red-ball performances this season. Shami, who returned from an ankle injury last year, wasn’t […]

The ongoing friction between Mohammed Shami and BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has once again taken center stage ahead of India’s ODI series against Australia. Shami, who was left out of the squad, hit back at Agarkar’s comments about his fitness, delivering a sharp response while representing Bengal in the Ranji Trophy match against Uttarakhand […]

India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar has opened up about his working relationship with Rahul Dravid, revealing that the two had their share of disagreements during Dravid’s tenure as India’s head coach. Known for his calm and composed nature, Dravid has always been regarded as one of the most respected and controversy-free figures in Indian cricket. […]