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Ramesh Powar joins BCCI selection committee, Pragyan Ojha named chief selector

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced two major appointments in the India Men’s Selection Committee on Monday (October 19). The BCCI has appointed the former Indian cricketer Ramesh Powar as the West Zone selector, replacing…

By Rashmi Wasnik · Cricket Addictor

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 10:43 AM

Key Things to Know

Pragyan Ojha has been appointed chief selector, while Ramesh Powar joined the BCCI selection committee.
Powar takes over as the West Zone selector, replacing Ajit Agarkar.
Ojha was given the leadership role based on seniority in Test matches played.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India has named Pragyan Ojha as the new chairman of the India Men's Selection Committee. The board also appointed former Indian cricketer Ramesh Powar as the West Zone selector, filling the vacancy left by outgoing chief selector Ajit Agarkar.

The BCCI confirmed Ojha received the chairmanship based on seniority regarding Test matches played. In its official announcement, the board expressed gratitude to Agarkar for his commitment and contributions during his tenure.

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