Pragyan Ojha Appointed Chairman of BCCI Men's Selection Committee
Former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has been appointed as the Chairman of the BCCI Senior Men's Selection Committee, succeeding Ajit Agarkar. Additionally, former Indian spinner Ramesh Powar has joined the five-member panel as a member following recommendations by the Cricket Advisory Committee.
What happened
The Board of Control for Cricket in India officially issued a media advisory announcing major changes to the Senior Men's Selection Committee. Former Indian left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha has taken over as the Chairman of the committee, succeeding Ajit Agarkar who served in the role from July 2023 to October 2026.
Pragyan Ojha was elevated to the position of chairman based on his seniority within the committee, which is determined by having played the highest number of Test matches among the members, having represented India in 24 Tests. Alongside Ojha's elevation, the BCCI appointed former Indian off-spinner Ramesh Powar as a new member of the panel.
Important dates
| BCCI Media Advisory Announcement Date | 19 October 2026 |
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📌 Static GK links
- BCCI was founded in December 1928.
- The headquarters of the Board of Control for Cricket in India is located at the Cricket Centre, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- Mithun Manhas serves as the BCCI President.
- Devajit Saikia serves as the BCCI Honorary Secretary.
What candidates should do
- Note down the new appointments in the BCCI leadership and selection committee for sports-related current affairs in upcoming competitive exams.
- Revise the static GK facts regarding the BCCI headquarters, founding year, and current office bearers.
PrepZen analysis
Changes in high-profile sports bodies like the Board of Control for Cricket in India are frequent areas of questioning in national-level competitive examinations such as UPSC, SSC, and Banking exams. Aspirants must be clear about key appointments, especially leadership roles in selection committees, and basic static details regarding sports governing bodies in India.
Practice questions
Q1. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the BCCI Senior Men's Selection Committee in October 2026?
Q2. In which year was the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) founded?
Selection panel appointed former Indian spinner Ramesh Powar as member.
Ojha was elevated to chairman based on seniority in Test appearances.
🎯 Key Point: Pragyan Ojha succeeds Ajit Agarkar as BCCI selection committee chief.
FAQs
Who did Pragyan Ojha succeed as the BCCI Men's Selection Committee Chairman?
Pragyan Ojha succeeded Ajit Agarkar, who served as the Chairman from July 2023 to October 2026.
On what basis was Pragyan Ojha named the chairman of the committee?
Ojha was named chairman based on his seniority within the committee, having played the highest number of Test matches (24 Tests).
Who is the newly appointed member of the Senior Men's Selection Committee alongside Pragyan Ojha?
Former Indian off-spinner Ramesh Powar was appointed as a member of the committee.
Where is the headquarters of the BCCI located?
The BCCI headquarters is located at the Cricket Centre, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Who is the current President of the BCCI?
Mithun Manhas serves as the President of the BCCI.
Sources and references
- bcci.tv (www.bcci.tv) Official
- utkarsh.com (utkarsh.com)
- indianexpress.com (indianexpress.com)
- livemint.com (www.livemint.com)
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