Pragyan Ojha appointed BCCI men’s chief selector; Ramesh Powar joins selection panel

Ramesh Powar, who played two Tests and 31 ODIs for India, was picked to fill the vacancy that was created after Ajit Agakar's term ended

Ojha will lead a five-member selection panel that includes Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, Ajay Ratra and newly appointed member Ramesh Powar.

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday confirmed the appointment of former pacer Pragyan Ojha as the new chief selector of the men's selection committee.

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday confirmed the appointment of former pacer Pragyan Ojha as the new chief selector of the men's selection committee.

Former India cricketer and coach Ramesh Powar has been appointed as a member of the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) Men’s Selection Committee following a selection process conducted by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC). Meanwhile, Pragyan Ojha will take over as the committee’s chairperson, replacing Ajit Agarkar, according to a BCCI media release.The CAC, comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape, conducted interviews and screened applicants at the BCCI headquarters before unanimously recommending Powar for the position.Powar, who represented India in two Test matches and 31 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), brings considerable playing and coaching experience to the selection panel. He has served as head coach of the India women’s team, Mumbai and Gujarat, besides working as a bowling coach at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.During his tenure as head coach of the India women’s team, Powar guided the side to an Asia Cup title and a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games, adding to his credentials as a coach at the international level.Pragyan Ojha to Chair Selection CommitteeThe BCCI confirmed that Pragyan Ojha would chair the Men’s Selection Committee on the basis of seniority, determined by the number of Test matches played. Ojha replaces Ajit Agarkar, who oversaw three ICC titles under his tenure. The reconstituted committee will comprise Pragyan Ojha as chairperson, along with Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, Ajay Ratra and Ramesh Powar.With Powar joining the panel and Ojha assuming the chairperson’s role, the selection committee will continue to oversee key decisions concerning India’s men’s team, including player selection and team composition for upcoming international assignments.Men’s Selection Committee:Pragyan Ojha (Chairperson)Shiv Sundar DasRP SinghAjay RatraRamesh Powar

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.

BCCI names Pragyan Ojha chief selector Ramesh Powar joins panel after Agarkars exit

Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha is set to become the full-time chairman of the Indian senior men's cricket team's selection committee, sources told NDTV on Saturday.

Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha is set to become the full-time chairman of the Indian senior men's cricket team's selection committee, sources told NDTV on Saturday.