IND vs WI: Parthiv Patel to be new head selector? Ex-MI star's chat with Rohit Sharma creates buzz
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Parthiv Patel has emerged as a name in the Chief Selector race
India are currently playing a three-match ODI series against West Indies, with the second game being played in Guwahati. The hosts started the series with a win in Thiruvananthapuram and are now looking to take a 2-0 lead.
India had a strong outing in the first ODI, with Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli scoring centuries. Kohli’s unbeaten 139 also saw him cross the 15,000-run mark in ODI cricket.
Kuldeep Yadav was another big positive for India after taking four wickets in the opening game. The series is also important as India continue to look at their players and combinations ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. Along with this, India are also in search of new head of selectors. Ajit Agarkar’s tenure ended and now there are quite a few names being discussed.
Amid the ongoing discussion, former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel has been linked with the chief selector position. The latest development from Guwahati has added more interest to the speculation, although there is no official confirmation regarding his appointment.
Rohit Sharma spotted with Parthiv Patel ahead of 2nd IND vs WI ODI
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Former India captain Rohit Sharma was spotted having a conversation with Parthiv Patel during the second ODI between India and West Indies in Guwahati.
The two former India cricketers also share a long association from their time together at Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Rohit was one of the key players and captains of the franchise, while Parthiv was also part of the Mumbai Indians setup.
Their meeting has attracted attention because of the ongoing reports linking Parthiv with the chief selector’s position. However, there is no confirmation that their conversation was related to the BCCI selection role.
Is Parthiv Patel in race to replace Ajit Agarkar?
Parthiv Patel is one of the names being discussed as a possible replacement for Agarkar, as per many media reports. However, the BCCI has not officially announced its next chief selector yet.
Pragyan Ojha is currently handling the selection committee on an interim basis. He has also been mentioned in reports as another possible candidate for the full-time position.
For now, the chief selector position remains a subject of discussion, while Pragyan Ojha is handling the role on an interim basis.
Parthiv’s experience as a former India player and his involvement in domestic and IPL cricket have made him one of the names linked with the position. However, the final decision rests with the BCCI.
Who could replace Ajit Agarkar as chief selector?
Parthiv Patel and Pragyan Ojha are among the names linked with the chief selector position, but the BCCI has not officially confirmed a permanent replacement.
Is Parthiv Patel the new chief selector of India?
No. Parthiv Patel has been linked with the role, but there is no official confirmation of his appointment.
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