News for 'NCA'

Nitin Patel quits BCCI COE, more staff exits expected

Nitin Patel quits BCCI COE, more staff exits expected

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The BCCI's Centre of Excellence (COE) in India is expected to witness a few changes in staff composition in the coming months following the resignation of Nitin Patel, head of Sports Science and Medical Team, after a successful stint of nearly three years.

'Pressure? Handled. History? Made'

'Pressure? Handled. History? Made'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Sachin Tendulkar was effusive in his praise for Akash Deep after India's thumping 336-run win at Edgbaston

Fit-again SKY ready to roar in Asia Cup!

Fit-again SKY ready to roar in Asia Cup!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

India's T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav has opened up about his recent injury setback, which needed surgery and a six-week rehab.

Bumrah Resumes Bowling In The Nets

Bumrah Resumes Bowling In The Nets

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

There is no clarity when Jasprit Bumrah, who is still recuperating from a back injury, will return to action during IPL 2025.

Will Bumrah play in IPL 2025? Here's what coach said..

Will Bumrah play in IPL 2025? Here's what coach said..

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene on Friday said star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was still recuperating from a back injury and that the team was waiting for him to be cleared by the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Camp in NCA: BCCI summons youngsters, including Arjun Tendulkar

Camp in NCA: BCCI summons youngsters, including Arjun Tendulkar

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

BCCI has summoned 20 potential all-rounders for a near three-week camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru.

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Islamabad high court is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11.

IPL 2025: Big boost for Royals ahead of PBKS clash

IPL 2025: Big boost for Royals ahead of PBKS clash

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Sanju Samson is set to return as Rajasthan Royals captain after receiving clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to keep wickets in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

SEE: Bumrah back in the nets, interacts with Jemimah

SEE: Bumrah back in the nets, interacts with Jemimah

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Jemimah who plays for Delhi Capitals in the WPL was practicising at the venue at the same time Bumrah was bowling in the nets as part of his rehab.

VVS Laxman begins tenure as NCA director

VVS Laxman begins tenure as NCA director

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The batting great, last month, accepted BCCI's offer to take over from Rahul Dravid at Bengaluru.

NCA COO Ghosh resigns

NCA COO Ghosh resigns

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Ghosh refused to comment on his stepping down. He is believed to have not made much headway at the NCA.

Foundation stone laid for new NCA in Bengaluru

Foundation stone laid for new NCA in Bengaluru

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

The foundation stone was laid in the presence of BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla, treasurer Arun Dhumal, joint secretary Jayesh George and NCA head VVS Laxman.

Who Can Be India's Best Test No. 3? Pujara Names Two

Who Can Be India's Best Test No. 3? Pujara Names Two

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Having bid adieu to his stellar Test career a content man, Indian Test batting great Cheteshwar Pujara wouldn't mind a coaching stint or a role at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in the next stage of his cricketing journey.

Kohli has never been to NCA: Rohit lauds star batter's work ethic

Kohli has never been to NCA: Rohit lauds star batter's work ethic

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli has hardly ever set foot at the Bengaluru-based National Cricket Academy for any fitness-related rehabilitation work, said Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, who wants aspiring cricketers to follow the ace batter's exemplary work-ethic.

Laxman will be next NCA head: BCCI official

Laxman will be next NCA head: BCCI official

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Former India batter VVS Laxman will be the next head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), a senior BCCI official confirmed on Sunday.

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwary, along with the Royals management, Dravid, and Vaibhav's father Sanjiv, are trying to create a safety net around the teenager, whose life has changed after becoming the youngest ever centurion in IPL's history.

How BCCI is planning to revamp NCA

How BCCI is planning to revamp NCA

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

The National Cricket Academy, which has often been criticised for its handling of players' injuries, is set to get the help of a BCCI medical panel and a dedicated social media department as part of its overall revamp plan. The development comes after the criticism the NCA drew for the injury management of leading India players, including Wriddhiman Saha and more recently Bhuvneshwar Kumar. All-rounder Hardik Pandya and premium pacer Jasprit Bumrah added to the NCA's woes by choosing personal rehabilitation over recovering in Bengaluru.

'I'll get even better': Kuldeep's fiery comeback

'I'll get even better': Kuldeep's fiery comeback

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav feels he has found his rhythm after returning from injury and is confident he will continue to improve in the ongoing Champions Trophy.

Lucknow Super Giants get massive boost

Lucknow Super Giants get massive boost

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

His availability will be a massive boost for LSG's bowling department, with Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Akash Deep doing most of the heavy lifting.

Massive blow for LSG ahead of IPL 2025

Massive blow for LSG ahead of IPL 2025

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Mayank's unavailability for the first half of the season proves to be a massive setback for LSG, who retained him for a whopping Rs 11 crore.

IPL-ready Hardik bowls at NCA, passes Yo-Yo test

IPL-ready Hardik bowls at NCA, passes Yo-Yo test

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

Prithvi Shaw fails Yo-Yo test

IPL 2025: Will Samson keep wickets?

IPL 2025: Will Samson keep wickets?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Earlier this week, it was reported that express pacer Mayank Yadav is set to miss the first half of the upcoming Indian Premier League.

Injured Rohit, Jadeja begin rehab at NCA

Injured Rohit, Jadeja begin rehab at NCA

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

India's white-ball captain Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja have started their rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru after being ruled out of the upcoming Test series in South Africa due to injuries.

Ranji Trophy: Kuldeep included in UP squad

Ranji Trophy: Kuldeep included in UP squad

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

In 42 first-class matches, Kuldeep has taken 161 wickets at an average of 29.14.

Why VVS was appointed NCA's head coach...

Why VVS was appointed NCA's head coach...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly says former teammate VVS Laxman's stature in Indian cricket is beyond everything

Bumrah set to miss Champions Trophy group stage

Bumrah set to miss Champions Trophy group stage

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah, who is down with swelling in his back, is expected to make a full recovery by the first week of March.

Champions Trophy: Why selectors refused to risk an 'unfit' Bumrah

Champions Trophy: Why selectors refused to risk an 'unfit' Bumrah

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'The stakes are too high and it would have been a complete embarrassment had Bumrah broken down in a match.'

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami is set to compete in the last two Tests of the ongoing series against Australia with his playing kit already headed Down Under

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Samson OUT for months: IPL in doubt?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Sanju Samson fractures index finger, out of action for five to six weeks

Rohit begins fitness training at NCA

Rohit begins fitness training at NCA

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Australia-bound Rohit Sharma started his fitness training at the National Cricket Academy, in Bengaluru, on Thursday.

Rohit taking no chances with Shami's fitness

Rohit taking no chances with Shami's fitness

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The 34-year-old Shami, who last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023, was forced into the long layoff due to an ankle injury that needed surgery.

Bumrah's absence a big challenge: MI coach Jayawardene

Bumrah's absence a big challenge: MI coach Jayawardene

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Bumrah will miss a few initial games of the tournament as he is currently recuperating from a back injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence at Bengaluru.

Chahar's rehab to continue for another month at NCA

Chahar's rehab to continue for another month at NCA

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

WI tour or Asia Cup could be Chahar's comeback vehicle

IPL 2025: Bumrah Will Be Back By...

IPL 2025: Bumrah Will Be Back By...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

He is yet to bowl at full intensity in the nets at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.

'Too early to judge Gill's Test captaincy credentials'

'Too early to judge Gill's Test captaincy credentials'

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill is a 'thinking cricketer' but it is difficult to predict whether he would be able to replicate his T20 captaincy success in the Test format, said Gujarat Titans assistant coach Ashish Kapoor.

Gambhir's Big Plans For England Tour

Gambhir's Big Plans For England Tour

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

This would mark the first time an Indian head coach travels with the 'A' team on a tour.

Indian team to get new spin bowling coach

Indian team to get new spin bowling coach

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The coach also needs to be technically savvy with knowledge of biomechanics and ability to decipher the data stored in GPS devices.

Sunil Joshi leads race for spin coach role at BCCI's COE

Sunil Joshi leads race for spin coach role at BCCI's COE

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Former India left-arm spinner Sunil Joshi is the frontrunner to become the spin bowling coach at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence.

Dravid named Head of Cricket at NCA

Dravid named Head of Cricket at NCA

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

Dravid was to take over as NCA head from July 1 but his job at the India Cements caused the delay.

Bahutule to mentor Royals' spinners in IPL 2025

Bahutule to mentor Royals' spinners in IPL 2025

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Former India cricketer Sairaj Bahutule is set to join Rajasthan Royals as a spin bowling coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.