•Ajit Agarkar's three-year tenure as India's chief selector marked by difficult, high-stakes decisions and rebuilding trust after Chetan Sharma's exit.
•Made bold calls like backing Suryakumar Yadav for T20I captaincy and replacing Rohit Sharma as ODI captain, facing criticism head-on.
•Under his leadership, India reached four ICC finals (2 wins, 1 loss, 1 pending), showcasing his panel's success in white-ball cricket.
•Emphasized selection beyond statistics, focusing on player roles and tactical fit, effectively managing India's deep talent pool.
•Despite minor criticisms, his successful calls far outweigh errors, demonstrating conviction and the courage to stand alone.
