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Hardik To Miss New Zealand Game

Hardik To Miss New Zealand Game

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'The all-rounder was taken for scans and is advised rest. He will be under the constant supervision of the BCCI Medical Team. He will not be taking the flight to Dharamsala with the team on 20th October and will now join the team directly in Lucknow where India play England.'

NCA not open to all! BCCI rubbishes fake news

NCA not open to all! BCCI rubbishes fake news

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The BCCI on Friday rubbished "fraudulent advertisements", promising admission into its National Cricket Academy in lieu of money and clarified that the entry into the elite facility in Bengaluru is a "merit-based process".

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

IPL 2025: Cricket carnival returns as KKR face RCB in opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

New rules, new captains, but same excitement as two months of cricket extravaganza kicks off in Kolkata.

US National Jr. cricket tournament

US National Jr. cricket tournament

Rediff.com21 Jun 2006

15 teams from across the country will participate in the June 22-25 tournament, in San Francisco Bay area.

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).

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kumar Sangakkara will continue at the franchise.

Prithvi, Let's Win IPL 2024!

Prithvi, Let's Win IPL 2024!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

A heartwarming reunion unfolded at Bengaluru's National Cricket Academy as Delhi Capitals stars Prithvi Shaw and Rishabh Pant met up 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.

IPL PIX: Punjab thump LSG to climb to 2nd spot

IPL PIX: Punjab thump LSG to climb to 2nd spot

Rediff.com4 May 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants in Dharamsala, on Sunday.

Pant Powers Through Rehab

Pant Powers Through Rehab

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'You get what you work for, not what you wish.'

SEE: India gears up under Gambhir in Sri Lanka

SEE: India gears up under Gambhir in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Gambhir led the team to the ground and oversaw the training session which included fielding drills and sessions with the players.

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Late last month in Kolkata, Shami expressed a desire to first play for Bengal before making his return to the national team. He also participated informally in motivational and fitness sessions with state players.

Will Kohli's knee trouble derail India's Champions Trophy plans?

Will Kohli's knee trouble derail India's Champions Trophy plans?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

A sore right knee forced Virat Kohli out of the first ODI against England in Nagpur on Thursday but the extent of the problem was not immediately clear.

Bumrah starts rehab at NCA! Will he recover for Champions Trophy?

Bumrah starts rehab at NCA! Will he recover for Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Jasprit Bumrah has started his rehabilitation at the NCA in Bengaluru as he races against time to get fit for the Champions Trophy.

'India doesn't need different coaches for Tests and limited overs cricket'

'India doesn't need different coaches for Tests and limited overs cricket'

Rediff.com23 May 2024

A team like India, which doesn't have players competing round the year in T20 leagues across the globe, doesn't need two separate coaches for the limited overs and Test format, feels former England spinner Graeme Swann.

BCCI's ultimatum: No red-ball cricket, no IPL!

BCCI's ultimatum: No red-ball cricket, no IPL!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

India's centrally contracted players will have to play domestic red-ball cricket: Jay Shah

The secret of India's massive 'supply chain' of cricketers

The secret of India's massive 'supply chain' of cricketers

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

He said India's dominance in world cricket is a perfect reflection of a steady "supply chain."

8 Lessons From India's World Cup Win

8 Lessons From India's World Cup Win

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The Women in Blue did more than just win a trophy -- they proved that hard work, and believing in themselves, can turn failure into success.

NCA boss Dravid's 'expert' advice for Indian cricket

NCA boss Dravid's 'expert' advice for Indian cricket

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Use the expertise of former players as much as possible in the state teams' cricketing set-up was one of the notable suggestion by National Cricket Academy head Rahul Dravid while interacting with members of affiliated units during a webinar organised by the BCCI.

Sanju Works Out For Windies

Sanju Works Out For Windies

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Sanju is currently training at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru before he leaves for the white ball series in the West Indies later this month.

'Thank you for looking after me'

'Thank you for looking after me'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

On NCA Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak's birthday, the 25 year old celebrated and expressed gratitude for Kotak's support during his recovery journey.

Shami apologises to fans, vows to return stronger

Shami apologises to fans, vows to return stronger

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

India pacer Mohammed Shami has apologised to the fans and the BCCI after the board decided against rushing his return to the team for the high-profile tour of Australia as he is yet to attain match fitness.

SEE: K L Rahul offers prayers at Mahakaleshwar temple

SEE: K L Rahul offers prayers at Mahakaleshwar temple

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

K L Rahul was accompanied by his parents -- father Dr KN Lokesh and mother Rajeshwari -- as he took part in the Bhasma Aarti.

Pant Will Be Coming Back Soon: Siraj

Pant Will Be Coming Back Soon: Siraj

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Siraj took to Instagram to share a heartwarming picture alongside Pant, saying, 'Good things are coming just keep believing'.

When Rinku Met Rishabh

When Rinku Met Rishabh

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Rinku Singh -- who carved a reputation for himself in IPL 2023 with his ferocious batting -- and Rishabh Pant -- who was sadly missing from this year's tournament because he was recovering from the after-effects of the horrific car accident last December -- met up at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru.

Another Injury Blow For Shami!

Another Injury Blow For Shami!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The pacer, who was on the road to recovery from an ankle injury, has suffered a flare-up in his right knee, potentially delaying his return to competitive cricket.

Shami Bowls At NCA

Shami Bowls At NCA

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

'I decided to go full tilt, and I bowled at 100 per cent.'

Pant Catches Up With Rohit And Co

Pant Catches Up With Rohit And Co

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Pant spent around 20 minutes talking to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rinku Singh and others, while they practiced in the nets ahead of Wednesday's third T20I against Afghanistan.

Bumrah not out of T20 World Cup yet, says Ganguly

Bumrah not out of T20 World Cup yet, says Ganguly

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

BCCI president's comments come on the back of a BCCI media release earlier in the day which stated that Bumrah had "sustained" a back injury and was being monitored by their medical team at the NCA.

'IPL-winning Patidar deserves India recall'

'IPL-winning Patidar deserves India recall'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Rajat should be part of India's white ball set-up: Coach Khurasiya

'So happy to see you'

'So happy to see you'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Shikhar Dhawan caught up with Delhi and India team-mate Rishabh Pant at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru on Thursday.

Will LSG's Middle Order Rule IPL 2025?

Will LSG's Middle Order Rule IPL 2025?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Lucknow Super Giants are no longer just contenders, they could be IPL 2025's ultimate disruptors.

Dhonis Invite Pant To Celebrate Diwali

Dhonis Invite Pant To Celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Rishabh Pant embraced the festive spirit of Diwali in the company of his idol Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

'9 hours of sleep': BCCI's to do-list for players!

'9 hours of sleep': BCCI's to do-list for players!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The Asia Cup-bound players, who returned from the West Indies and were not part of the T20I series in Ireland, were given a 13-day fitness programme.

'Those who taunted me and my family are now applauding'

'Those who taunted me and my family are now applauding'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

"I didn't even know there was an Indian women's cricket team," said pacer Kranti Goud as she reminisced her journey from Madhya Pradesh's obscure Ghuwara village to the very top of the sport she picked up by chance.

Team India's surprise pick as batting coach!

Team India's surprise pick as batting coach!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Sitanshu Kotak, 52, is a longtime staff of the National Cricket Academy as its batting coach

From Junior World Cup hero to exile: Harjeet seeks answers

From Junior World Cup hero to exile: Harjeet seeks answers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'Many of the players I played alongside like Harmanpreet Singh, Mandeep Singh, Krishan Pathak are doing very well today. Somewhere, there is regret that I could not do that.'

Sports psychologist to join Pak team ahead of Asia Cup

Sports psychologist to join Pak team ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

Babri has in the past also worked with some players helping them understand how to handle pressure situations and get through bad performances and personal issues.

Pant Cuts Cake To Celebrate...

Pant Cuts Cake To Celebrate...

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

'An inspiration to so many people across the country. Thanks for everything you have done for Indian cricket.'