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‘History will be kinder to you’: Gautam Gambhir bids farewell to Ajit Agarkar

Gautam Gambhir expressed his gratitude to Ajit Agarkar after Agarkar's tenure as chief selector ended. During Agarkar's time, India achieved significant success in ICC tournaments, including three trophy victories. Pragyan Ojha has been appointed interim chairman of selectors while the BCCI invites applications for a permanent replacement. VVS Laxman will be present at future selection meetings…

‘History will be kinder to you’: Gautam Gambhir bids farewell to Ajit Agarkar

Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has bid farewell to Ajit Agarkar, the outgoing chief selector, praising his conviction and highlighting the three ICC trophies India won during his tenure. Agarkar's tenure as chairman of the senior men’s selection committee ended on October 4, after officially taking charge in July 2023. During his time, India reached the 2023 ODI World Cup final, won the 2024 T20 World Cup, the 2025 Champions Trophy, and the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Gambhir, who worked closely with Agarkar during his tenure as India head coach, acknowledged the selector's approach of putting the team ahead of individual considerations. Pragyan Ojha is currently serving as interim chairman of selectors and may be appointed full-time based on seniority if the BCCI's eventual choice has played fewer Tests.

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