As mentioned in the reforms, the senior selection committee is supposed to be a three-membered body and is mandatory that the selectors should have played test cricket.
Sourav is currently leading the Cricket Association of Bengal since Semptember 2015. And after attending two general meetings, one of the criteria needed to be followed to head the body, he has qualified for the top role.
Along with this verdict there are certain questions rising about the future proceedings within the BCCI and the businesses falling under board's administration.