Pragyan Ojha appointed BCCI men's selection committee chairman; Ramesh Powar added to panel

Pragyan Ojha has taken over as chairman of the BCCI's Men's Selection Committee, replacing Ajit Agarkar, the report published on October 19, 2026, said.

Former spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the selection panel and brings a wealth of coaching experience, the report added.

The article states Ojha's appointment follows Agarkar's leadership, which saw India clinch major ICC titles, and that the Cricket Advisory Committee fully backed Powar during recent discussions as they aim to build on the team's impressive achievements.