The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has set a deadline of June 30 for the appointment of a new chief selector ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023. With the mega tournament just around the corner, the BCCI is keen to finalize the selection committee as soon as possible.
Six months after Chetan Sharma’s departure as the chief selector, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has commenced the process of finding a suitable replacement. With just over three months remaining for the World Cup 2023, the Indian Cricket Board has invited applications for a new member to join the selection committee.
The current members of the selection committee include Subroto Banerjee, Salil Ankola, Sridharan Sharath, and Shiv Sunder Das, who is temporarily leading the committee. To be eligible for the role, applicants must have played a minimum of seven Test matches, thirty First-Class matches, ten One Day Internationals (ODIs), and twenty First-Class matches. Additionally, candidates should have retired from professional cricket at least five years ago.
While Shiv Sunder Das currently serves as the interim chief, there have been strong speculations linking former cricketer Virender Sehwag to the coveted position.
Virender Sehwag, a former Indian cricketer known for his explosive batting, has emerged as a strong contender for the chief selector position. His experience as a player, astute cricketing acumen, and outspoken nature have garnered attention and support from fans and experts alike. However, it remains to be seen if Sehwag will indeed be appointed as the chief selector or if other candidates will be considered for the crucial role.
The Board for Cricket Control in India (BCCI) has issued a notification inviting applications for a member of the Men’s Selection Committee. The official announcement was made on the BCCI’s website and shared across various social media platforms. Interested candidates can submit their applications until June 30, following which the selected individuals will undergo an interview process.
To be eligible for the position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
– Played a minimum of:
a) 7 Test Matches,
b) 30 First-Class Matches, or
c) 10 One Day International Matches and 20 First-Class Matches.
– Retired from professional cricket at least 5 years ago.
Candidates who have been members of any Cricket Committee for a cumulative period of 5 years, as defined in the Memorandum of Association and Rules and Regulations of the BCCI, are not eligible for the role.
The primary responsibilities of the selected candidates will include:
– Selecting the team in a fair and transparent manner.
– Developing a strong bench strength for the Senior National team.
– Attending team meetings as required.
– Travelling to observe Domestic and International matches.
– Providing evaluation reports on team performances to the BCCI’s Apex Council on a quarterly basis.
– Addressing the media regarding team selection when instructed by the BCCI.
– Appointing the team captain for each format.
– Adhering to the rules and regulations set by the BCCI.
