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India squad for West Indies ODIs, LIVE Updates: Clock ticking for Rohit as Agarkar holds key in farewell meeting

The national selection panel chaired by Ajit Agarkar is assembling in Delhi to finalize a 15-player Indian roster for an upcoming home ODI series opposite the West Indies, which gets underway on September 27. The pivotal gathering experienced scheduling delays, being pushed back to 6:30 PM with an anticipated outcome later that evening.

The outcome carries significant weight for Rohit Sharma's long-term international aspirations leading toward the 2027 World Cup, particularly with Agarkar potentially concluding his stint after failing to finalize a contract renewal past September 2026.

Beyond Rohit's status, the committee faces personnel challenges caused by overlapping commitments and health concerns. Jasprit , , and Arshdeep Singh are absent from consideration due to their involvement in the Asian Games in Japan, forcing selectors to determine alternate batting and pace options.