Who Will Be Selected? Ojha, Singh, Khurasiya, Sharma, Deshpande Interviewed for Selectors’ Posts
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Synopsis
In a pivotal day for Indian cricket, the Cricket Advisory Committee conducted extensive interviews to fill crucial vacancies in national selection committees. With established players like Ojha and Singh in the mix, the stakes are high as the BCCI prepares for upcoming challenges. Who will emerge victorious in this selection saga?
Key Takeaways
- Seven vacancies are being filled across men's and women's selection committees.
- Former players like Ojha and Singh are front-runners for senior roles.
- Sharath's experience will be crucial for the junior men's committee.
- The final selections will be confirmed on September 28.
- New office bearers will also be elected on the same day.
New Delhi, Sep 18 (NationPress) Thursday turned into a lengthy session of interviews for the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) aimed at addressing seven openings in the senior men’s, senior women’s, and junior men’s national selection committees. Just last month, the BCCI had called for applications to fill two spots on the senior men’s committee, four on the senior women’s panel, and one on the junior men’s committee.
For the available senior men’s selectors roles, former Indian cricketers R.P. Singh, Pragyan Ojha, and Amay Khurasiya were among those interviewed. The chosen candidates will be tasked with succeeding the departing duo of S. Sharath (South Zone) and Subroto Banerjee (Central Zone).
While former pacer Praveen Kumar also expressed interest in joining the committee, it has been reported that he was prompted to apply at the last moment. Sources indicate that Pragyan Ojha is a strong candidate to take over Sharath's position from the South Zone, while a competition is emerging between Singh and Khurasiya for the Central Zone slot.
Sharath was also interviewed for the single vacancy in the junior men’s selection panel and is likely to step in for Thilak Naidu as the committee chairman ahead of the upcoming U19 World Cup next year. Sharath had previously served as the chief selector when India clinched the 2022 U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in the West Indies.
For the women’s selection roles, IANS reports that Amita Sharma, Sravanthi Naidu, Anagha Deshpande, and Diana David were interviewed. Additionally, former Indian player and coach Purnima Rao, along with Mamatha Maben, Rajani Venugopal, and Bindeshwari Goyal, are also in contention.
However, it remains unclear if their interviews took place on Thursday. There were discussions about former Indian captain Anjum Chopra applying for a position on the women's selection panel, but sources later confirmed that she did not submit an application.
The two-member CAC will provide its recommendations to the BCCI, with the final selections expected to be approved during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) at its Mumbai headquarters on September 28. This date will also mark the election of a new set of office bearers.
Point of View
It is essential to recognize the importance of experience and expertise in shaping the future of Indian cricket. The selection process reflects a commitment to maintaining high standards while adapting to the evolving landscape of the sport. Our focus should always be on fostering talent and ensuring the nation's cricketing legacy continues to thrive.
NationPress
21/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What positions are being filled by the CAC?
The Cricket Advisory Committee is filling seven vacancies across the senior men's, senior women's, and junior men's national selection committees.
Who are some of the candidates interviewed?
Candidates interviewed include former players like R.P. Singh, Pragyan Ojha, Amay Khurasiya, Amita Sharma, Sravanthi Naidu, and Anagha Deshpande.
When will the final selections be announced?
The final selections are expected to be approved during the Annual General Meeting on September 28.
What is the significance of these selections?
These selections are critical as they will influence the direction of Indian cricket, especially with upcoming international competitions.
Is Anjum Chopra part of the selection process?
Reports suggest that Anjum Chopra did not apply for a position on the women's selection panel.
