News for 'National Cricket Academy'

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."

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.

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.'

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.

Chakravarthy's new mystery ball set to dominate IPL 2025

Chakravarthy's new mystery ball set to dominate IPL 2025

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Varun Chakravarthy, a key player for both the Indian team and the Kolkata Knight Riders, emphasizes the importance of consistency and reveals he is working on new variations to his spin bowling.

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.'

'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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

Pant Powers Through Rehab

Pant Powers Through Rehab

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

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

BCCI extends support to Nepal cricketers

BCCI extends support to Nepal cricketers

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The National Cricket Academy under the chairmanship of M P Pandove said it will enter into a strategic tie-up with Cricket Australia along with the setting up of an independent complex to shift the facility from Bangalore, while also extending help the national cricketers of Nepal, who have been affected by the earthquake.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

MRF Academy picks Munaf, Rao for training in Aus

MRF Academy picks Munaf, Rao for training in Aus

Rediff.com29 Jun 2004

Speedsters Munaf Patel and Raghavendra Rao have been chosen for a short training stint in Australia.

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.

Why Gillespie quit as Pakistan's red-ball coach

Why Gillespie quit as Pakistan's red-ball coach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

The source said that while Gillespie was aware that the board had stripped him of say in the selection matters, he expected as head coach, he would be consulted by the selectors in the selection of any series.

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'.

PIX: Dravid, Kumble, Srinath interact with referees at NCA

PIX: Dravid, Kumble, Srinath interact with referees at NCA

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

India legends Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid interacted with match referees in a seminar conducted at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

Mayank's speed is going to get better as he plays more, says Zaheer

Mayank's speed is going to get better as he plays more, says Zaheer

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Mayank Yadav, who made his comeback after a long injury lay-off, returned with figures of 2/40 in four overs as he bowled in the range of 140kmph.

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.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Varun Chakravarthy had a second coming in international cricket with 17 wickets in his last seven T20Is and 12 of them in South Africa in batting-friendly conditions.

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

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.

Will Shami make it to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

Will Shami make it to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Rohit Sharma has virtually ruled out Mohammed Shami from the upcoming Test tour of Australia, saying that the pacer's recovery from an ankle surgery has been hampered

'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.

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.

'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.

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.

India's Next Test Captain: The Choice Is Clear?

India's Next Test Captain: The Choice Is Clear?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Bumrah's exclusion wasn't solely about workload management-his leadership potential played a crucial role in the decision. The BCCI has all but finalised him as India's next Test captain.

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.

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Former Rajasthan Royals' captain and coach Rahul Dravid spent five seasons with the franchise from 2011 to 2015.

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.'