Pragyan Ojha replaces Agarkar as selection panel chief; Ramesh joins committee

In a significant move, Pragyan Ojha has taken over as the chairman of the BCCI’s Men’s Selection Committee following Ajit Agarkar’s departure. Joining him is former spinner Ramesh Powar, who brings a wealth of coaching experience. Ojha’s appointment comes after Agarkar’s successful leadership, which saw India clinch major ICC titles. The Cricket Advisory Committee fully backed Powar during recent discussions, as they aim to build on the team’s impressive achievements.

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