BCCI downplays chief selector Agarkar's absence from review meeting

The BCCI downplayed chief selector Ajit Agarkar's absence from a crucial review meeting in Mumbai on Thursday, citing his unavailability due to being out of station and unable to join online. The board secretary, Devajit Saikia, insisted there was no significance to his non-participation. Saikia stated the meeting was called at short notice and Agarkar was in an area where he could not connect online despite efforts. He clarified no selection matters were discussed, but speculation on social media about Agarkar's future persisted, especially following the Rohit Sharma retirement episode. Agarkar is reportedly overseas, with sources saying he will complete his term ending next July, possibly with an extension to the 2027 World Cup. He is expected to attend the Duleep Trophy final starting September 6 in Chennai.