Is Parthiv Patel Set To Replace Ajit Agarkar? Cryptic 'Coming Soon' Post Fuels BCCI Chief Selector Speculation

Former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel has sparked speculation of taking over as BCCI's chief selector and possibly replacing Ajit Agarkar, whose contract is set to expire. The Indian cricket board is reportedly aiming for an extension for Agarkar, but Patel is seen as the frontrunner for the role. Patel, who currently coaches the Gujarat Titans, has added to the buzz with a cryptic post on social media, where he said, "The game you loved, the intelligence you didn't know it needed" and added, "Coming soon.

I'm in." The post has been viewed by netizens as a sign that he is set to take on the BCCI's chief selector position. However, it remains unclear whether Patel made the post specifically in relation to the position. If Patel were to succeed Agarkar, it would not happen immediately, as the BCCI must follow the proper procedure and issue an invitation for applications before making a decision.

The same process was followed when Agarkar was appointed. At the 95th BCCI AGM, office-bearers were authorized to make decisions regarding the selection committees, including the chief selector role, according to a senior BCCI official.