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Fallout over Rohit Sharma, clashes with VVS Laxman and England review meeting snub led to Ajit Agarkar's exit: Report

Ajit Agarkar's impending departure as chief selector stems from major disagreements surrounding Rohit Sharma's future and clashes with board leadership. Following a fixture at Lord's, Agarkar's committee planned to phase out Sharma from 50-over cricket, deploying selector Pragyan Ojha to relay the news.

Seeking to contest the 2027 ODI World Cup, the veteran batter protested to a senior administrator, while Agarkar advocated giving Yashasvi Jaiswal roughly 20 matches to prepare, doubting Sharma's longevity on South African surfaces. The relationship fractured completely when the BCCI independently published a press release reaffirming their commitment to Sharma, leaving Agarkar sidelined on critical calls.