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'Selectors don't want to be villains by brutally ending a great's career': Ajit Agarkar's job deemed bigger than Gambhir


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 14:44 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • In the aftermath of the Test series against Australia, Sanjay Manjrekar discussed the "icon culture" within the country's cricket ecosystem.

The article discusses the challenges faced by former cricketers like Gautam Gambhir in transitioning to selectors for the Indian cricket team. It highlights the perspective of former selector Raja Venkat, who emphasizes that selectors should not abruptly end a player's career, especially that of a cricketing great, as it could be seen as a villainous act. The piece also touches on the current role of Ajit Agarkar, who has taken up the position of chief selector, a role deemed more significant than Gambhir's potential involvement due to the need for a balanced and fair selection process. The article reflects on the broader implications of selection decisions on players' careers and the selectors' responsibility to manage these transitions sensitively.

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