News for 'National Cricket Academy'

Yousuf has passed fitness test: sources

Yousuf has passed fitness test: sources

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

Former Pakistan captain and senior batsman Mohammad Yousuf cleared the first hurdle in his bid to revive his international cricket career as he passed a fitness test held at the National Cricket Academy.

Conflict of Interest prevents Dravid from taking NCA charge

Conflict of Interest prevents Dravid from taking NCA charge

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Potential conflict of interest has prevented Rahul Dravid from taking charge as the Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy. The former India captain was supposed to join on July 1.

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The visitor returns not just with the jewel-like beauty of the country imprinted on the mind, the body rejuvenated by hot stone massages, but also with the captivating stories and myths that are built into every important structure -- whether a tourist magnet or an off-the-beaten track spot.

Dravid's son Samit hits double century in U-14 match

Dravid's son Samit hits double century in U-14 match

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Indian batting legend Rahul Dravid's son Samit seems to be following in his illustrious father's footsteps with consistent performances with the bat in age group cricket. The in-form Samit Dravid scored a brilliant 201 in the Karnataka State Cricket Association's Under-14 inter-zonal tournament in Bengaluru.

Gurcharan Singh: 'The selfless servant of cricket'

Gurcharan Singh: 'The selfless servant of cricket'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Gurcharan Singh, who has coached hundreds of first class cricketers and many international players, was bestowed with the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

Sundar tests positive for COVID; may miss SA ODIs

Sundar tests positive for COVID; may miss SA ODIs

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

The 22-year-old Tamil Nadu player tested positive for the virus in Bengaluru and hasn't joined the other white-ball cricketers in Mumbai.

Reports of closure of NCA are false: BCCI

Reports of closure of NCA are false: BCCI

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

The Board of Control for Cricket in India rubbished a news report that it intended to close down the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore and convert it into a rehabilitation-cum-training centre.

MI's Kalita Takes A Blinder!

MI's Kalita Takes A Blinder!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Jintimani Kalita took a splendid catch against Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League on Tuesday. The 19 year old is the only player from Assam to be picked in the WPL.

Will Chahar, Rutu Be Fit For IPL 2022?

Will Chahar, Rutu Be Fit For IPL 2022?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'We are not aware of their current fitness status and won't be able to tell you when they would join the squad,' CSK CEO Kasi Vishwanathan said.

Prithvi Shaw ruled out of India A's practice games

Prithvi Shaw ruled out of India A's practice games

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Prithvi Shaw suffered a rotator cuff and labrum injury to his left shoulder during the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Karnataka.

Ishan Kishan's first coach waxes eloquent of his bacha

Ishan Kishan's first coach waxes eloquent of his bacha

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

"His elder brother Raj Kishan was a very talented cricketer. But then the parents needed to take a call that one boy would pursue sport and the other education. So Raj, being the elder sacrificed and pursued a medical degree.

Pakistan cricketers turn to shrink for inspiration

Pakistan cricketers turn to shrink for inspiration

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

The World Cup bound Pakistani cricketers will have two counselling sessions with a well-known sports psychologist before leaving for the World Cup.

Rehab done, KL Rahul looking forward to home series

Rehab done, KL Rahul looking forward to home series

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

KL Rahul is looking forward to the upcoming Test series against England.

Dravid gets a break; Laxman to coach India in New Zealand

Dravid gets a break; Laxman to coach India in New Zealand

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

NCA head VVS Laxman will be India's acting head coach for the upcoming tour of New Zealand as the Rahul Dravid-led coaching staff has been given a break post the team's semi-final exit from the T20 World Cup.

Shreyas-Rahul get match practice, but are they Asia Cup-ready?

Shreyas-Rahul get match practice, but are they Asia Cup-ready?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

In the video, Iyer was seen firmly pushing a delivery from a fast bowler in the cover region with Rahul at the non-striker's end. As it was simulation, a local umpire was summoned to officiate.

Vihari excited to play his first Test in India

Vihari excited to play his first Test in India

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Vihari said he has been preparing for the South Africa series at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru.

Lalchand Rajput named interim coach of Zimbabwe

Lalchand Rajput named interim coach of Zimbabwe

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Lalchand Rajput has been named interim coach of Zimbabwe, with his first assignment a triangular Twenty20 series against Australia and Pakistan in July.

Jadeja named Saurashtra captain in comeback match

Jadeja named Saurashtra captain in comeback match

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Ravindra Jadeja will captain Saurashtra in their final Ranji Trophy league fixture against Tamil Nadu, starting on Tuesday, marking his comeback to competitive cricket after close to six months.

RCB's Washington to miss second leg of IPL in UAE

RCB's Washington to miss second leg of IPL in UAE

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore's all-rounder Washington Sundar was on Monday ruled out of the second phase of the IPL starting in the UAE on September 19 because of injury.

Binny straight off the bat to reduce injuries and for lively pitches

Binny straight off the bat to reduce injuries and for lively pitches

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

"There needs to be more life in the wickets at home so that our teams would not have the problem of adjusting when travelling abroad, like in Australia, where there is more pace and bounce,"

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.

Pakistan on edge as Kenyan cricket team arrive in Lahore

Pakistan on edge as Kenyan cricket team arrive in Lahore

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Kenya, who will play against Pakistan 'A', are only the second team to play international cricket in the country since tours were suspended after militants attacked the Sri Lankans in Lahore.

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.

Rahul ruled of SA T20I series; Pant to captain India

Rahul ruled of SA T20I series; Pant to captain India

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

India captain KL Rahul was on Wednesday ruled out of the five-match T20 International series against South Africa owing to a right groin injury

Victorious U-19 WC players to get Rs 40 lakh each

Victorious U-19 WC players to get Rs 40 lakh each

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The triumphant India U-19 squad will be felicitated by the BCCI in Ahmedabad upon its arrival in India.

How Pakistan plans to copy India's Dravid formula

How Pakistan plans to copy India's Dravid formula

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board is planning to hire some former players as coaches and managers of the national age group teams, taking inspiration from the success that India has achieved with Rahul Dravid in a similar role.

Virat on throwdown trio's contribution to his success

Virat on throwdown trio's contribution to his success

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Gill, who was interviewing Kohli, was quick to add: 'These three combined would have had 1200 to 1500 wickets. They prepare us for all kinds of conditions heading into the match.'

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Will Rahul Dravid like to end current term on high or seek extension?

Rohit clears YoYo test; takes a dig at critics

Rohit clears YoYo test; takes a dig at critics

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Putting an end to speculation on his fitness, star batsman Rohit Sharma cleared the mandatory YoYo test in Bengaluru on Wednesday and then fired a salvo at his critics, who questioned his exemption from the June 15 test.

Kohli undergoes YoYo test but no clarity on neck injury

Kohli undergoes YoYo test but no clarity on neck injury

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Indian captain Virat Kohli, along with former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, on Friday took the fitness test which will determine his availability for the gruelling tour of United Kingdom, starting on June 27.

Who is Abrar Ahmed, Pakistan's new mystery spinner?

Who is Abrar Ahmed, Pakistan's new mystery spinner?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The 24-year-old took the wicket of all the top seven England batters, finishing with figures of 7/114.

BCCI asks Sreesanth for explanation

BCCI asks Sreesanth for explanation

Rediff.com18 Jun 2008

Indian paceman Shanthakumaran Sreesanth has been asked by the national cricket board to explain an altercation he had with the staff of a Bangalore hotel during the weekend.

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Ishan Kishan alongwith a few others will check into the National Cricket Academy ahead of the Windies tour

It's That Boy, Umran Malik!

It's That Boy, Umran Malik!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

When SRH retained Umran -- along with Skipper Kane Williamson and Abdul Samad -- for Rs 4 crore before the IPL auction, many were surprised. No longer.

Laxman appointed India's coach for Zimbabwe tour

Laxman appointed India's coach for Zimbabwe tour

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

India will play three ODIs between 18 to 22 August against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club, which will be part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League.

Whatmore favourite to replace Pak interim coach Mohsin: Official

Whatmore favourite to replace Pak interim coach Mohsin: Official

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

A Pakistan Cricket Board official has confirmed that Australian Dav Whatmore, who currently in India's National Cricket Academy, is the front-runner to take over as head coach of the national team.

Dravid on the areas of concern for India in Test cricket...

Dravid on the areas of concern for India in Test cricket...

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

India head coach Rahul Dravid on Tuesday said the repeated failures of his batters in the third innings of a Test match and the inability of the bowlers to take 10 wickets in the fourth innings is a matter of concern.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

Asia Cup: Why K L Rahul loves batting with Kohli

Asia Cup: Why K L Rahul loves batting with Kohli

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

K L Rahul said he always feels comfortable batting with Virat Kohli in the middle.

BCCI to expand NCA activities

BCCI to expand NCA activities

Rediff.com11 Apr 2003

A new academy is to be constructed in Bangalore, BCCI chief Jagmohan Dalmiya said.