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Wasim Jaffer Applies for Selector's Role, BCCI Likely to Support Ojha
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What Happened?
Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer has applied for the senior national selector's position after Ajit Agarkar's departure. However, the BCCI is reportedly inclined to retain Pragyan Ojha as chairman.
Key points
- Wasim Jaffer confirmed his application for the senior national selector's post.
- Jaffer played 31 Tests for India, scoring nearly 2,000 runs.
- Pragyan Ojha, who has played 24 Tests, is favored by the BCCI for the chairman role.
- The Cricket Advisory Committee will assess the applicants for the selection panel.
- Ramesh Powar, with two Tests, may also be considered for the committee.
Key insights
- The BCCI's support for Ojha may limit Jaffer's chances despite his extensive experience.
- The final selection could reflect the BCCI's strategic priorities for the men's cricket team.
- Jaffer's application highlights the competitive nature of cricket administration in India.
Why it matters
The selection of the new national selector could impact the future direction of the Indian cricket team.
Entities
Wasim Jaffer· PersonPragyan Ojha· PersonAjit Agarkar· PersonRamesh Powar· PersonBCCI· Organization
Source
India Today
