- Pragyan Ojha is the new Chief Selector
- Ramesh Powar is also included
- BCCI took a big decision
Pragyan OjhaBCCI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India i.e. BCCI has taken a big decision. BCCI has decided to make major changes in the selection committee of the Indian men's cricket team. Former Indian left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha has been appointed as the new chairman of the selection committee. BCCI has taken this decision considering Pragyan Ojha's long experience in international Test cricket.
Announcement
Mr Ramesh Powar @imrameshpowar appointed to Men's Selection Committee.
Based on seniority (most Tests), Mr Pragyan Ojha @pragyanojha will chair the Committee.
BCCI appreciates Mr. Ajit Agarkar @imAagarkar for his commitment, conviction and contribution during his tenure as Chairman of the Committee.
Details
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— BCCI (@BCCI) October 19, 2026
Along with Pragyan Ojha, former Indian cricketer and spinner Ramesh Powar has also been selected as a member of the selection committee. Powar has extensive experience in international cricket as well as domestic cricket and coaching. He has also previously served as the head coach of the Indian women's cricket team. Their inclusion will benefit the selection committee.
CAC members Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjpe carried out the responsibility of the selection process by thoroughly scrutinizing all the applications received and interviewing the candidates at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. Subsequently, the decision has been announced today.
Experienced former players have been included in this new selection committee headed by Pragyan Ojha. BCCI has also included Ramesh Powar in this committee.
Pragyan Ojha (Chairman / Chief Selector)
Shiv Sundar Das (Member)
RP Singh (Member)
Ajay Ratra (Member)
Ramesh Powar (Member)
Career of Ramesh Powar
Ramesh Powar has represented India from 2004 to 2007. He has played 2 Test matches and 31 ODI matches in international cricket. He has vast experience as a player and then as a coach. Many legendary ex-players were in the race for this new seat on the selection committee. But BCCI has selected Pragyan Ojha and Ramesh Powar.