Ajit Agarkar
116 matches · 29 Jun 2002 to 7 May 2013
- Full name
- Ajit Bhalchandra Agarkar
- Born
- 4 Dec 1977, Mumbai
- Age
- 48 years
- Role
- bowling all-rounder
- Batting
- right-handed
- Bowling
- right-arm fast medium
Ajit Bhalchandra Agarkar (pronounced [əˈdʒɪt aːˈɡəɾkəɾ] . Born 4 December 1977) is a former Indian cricketer and commentator. He was considered a bowling all-rounder. He is known for his fast bowling skills, particularly his pace and ability to take wickets. He is the third highest wicket-taker for India in One Day Internationals (ODIs). He served as chairman of the BCCI selection committee until October 2026. He has represented India in more than 200 international matches across all three formats of the game.
He was part of the Indian squads which won the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy and the 2007 T20 World Cup and finished as runners up at the 2003 Cricket World Cup and the 2000 ICC Champions Trophy. He was the Chairman of Selection Committee for the 2024 & 2026 ICC T20 World Cup and the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy which all of them India had won.
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Ajit Agarkar: career summary
Ajit Agarkar is a bowling all-rounder from India, born on 4 Dec 1977 in Mumbai. Ajit Agarkar has played 116 matches on CricInto's records, from 29 Jun 2002 to 7 May 2013, for Delhi Daredevils, Kolkata Knight Riders and India.
In ODIs (68 matches, 2002–2007): 352 runs in 37 innings at an average of 9.51 and a strike rate of 65.31, with 0 hundreds and 1 fifty (highest score 53); 100 wickets at an average of 27.19 and an economy rate of 5.00 (best 6/42). Only matches from 2002 on have ball-by-ball records, so the full career total is higher.
In the Indian Premier League (42 matches, 2008–2013): 179 runs in 22 innings at an average of 17.90 and a strike rate of 116.23 (highest score 39); 29 wickets at an average of 39.69 and an economy rate of 8.83 (best 3/25).
In Tests (3 matches, 2003–2005): 88 runs in 4 innings at an average of 22.00 and a strike rate of 61.54 (highest score 48); 5 wickets at an average of 66.40 and an economy rate of 3.72 (best 3/90).
Batting
| Competition | M | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | 0s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 3 | 4 | 0 | 88 | 48 | 22.00 | 143 | 61.54 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| ODI | 68 | 37 | 0 | 352 | 53 | 9.51 | 539 | 65.31 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 6 | 4 |
| T20I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 7.50 | 11 | 136.36 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Indian Premier League | 42 | 22 | 12 | 179 | 39 | 17.90 | 154 | 116.23 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 1 |
Bowling
| Competition | M | Inns | Overs | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 3 | 6 | 89.1 | 332 | 5 | 3/90 | 66.40 | 3.72 | 107.00 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 68 | 65 | 543.5 | 2719 | 100 | 6/42 | 27.19 | 5.00 | 32.63 | 3 | 2 |
| T20I | 3 | 3 | 10.3 | 85 | 3 | 2/10 | 28.33 | 8.10 | 21.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Indian Premier League | 42 | 42 | 130.2 | 1151 | 29 | 3/25 | 39.69 | 8.83 | 26.97 | 0 | 0 |
Recent matches
| Date | Match | Bat | Bowl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 May 2013 | DD vs RR Indian Premier League | DNB | 0/22 (2) |
| 23 Apr 2013 | DD vs KXIP Indian Premier League | 9* (9) | 0/4 (1) |
| 21 Apr 2013 | DD vs MI Indian Premier League | DNB | 0/37 (3) |
| 18 Apr 2013 | DD vs CSK Indian Premier League | 3 (7) | 0/29 (4) |
| 29 Apr 2012 | DD vs RR Indian Premier League | 0* (0) | 0/33 (4) |
| 27 Apr 2012 | DD vs MI Indian Premier League | DNB | 1/32 (4) |
| 19 Apr 2012 | DD vs DEC Indian Premier League | DNB | 0/42 (3) |
| 16 Apr 2012 | DD vs MI Indian Premier League | DNB | 2/27 (3.2) |
| 12 May 2011 | DD vs CSK Indian Premier League | DNB | 1/49 (4) |
| 7 May 2011 | DD vs MI Indian Premier League | 7* (6) | 0/31 (4) |
Frequently asked questions
How many runs has Ajit Agarkar scored in ODIs?
Ajit Agarkar has scored 352 runs in ODIs, at an average of 9.51. Only matches from 2002 on have ball-by-ball records, so the full career total is higher.
How many wickets has Ajit Agarkar taken in ODIs?
Ajit Agarkar has taken 100 wickets in ODIs, with best figures of 6/42. Only matches from 2002 on have ball-by-ball records, so the full career total is higher.
How many runs has Ajit Agarkar scored in the Indian Premier League?
Ajit Agarkar has scored 179 runs in the Indian Premier League, at an average of 17.90.
How many wickets has Ajit Agarkar taken in the Indian Premier League?
Ajit Agarkar has taken 29 wickets in the Indian Premier League, with best figures of 3/25.
How many runs has Ajit Agarkar scored in Tests?
Ajit Agarkar has scored 88 runs in Tests, at an average of 22.00.
How many wickets has Ajit Agarkar taken in Tests?
Ajit Agarkar has taken 5 wickets in Tests, with best figures of 3/90.
What is Ajit Agarkar's highest score?
Ajit Agarkar's highest score is 53, in ODIs.
How old is Ajit Agarkar?
Ajit Agarkar was born on 4 Dec 1977 in Mumbai, and is 48 years old.
Which teams has Ajit Agarkar played for?
Delhi Daredevils (2011–2013), Kolkata Knight Riders (2008–2010) and India (2002–2007).