News for 'National Cricket Academy'

Mayank Agarwal replaces injured Ruturaj for Sri Lanka T20Is

Mayank Agarwal replaces injured Ruturaj for Sri Lanka T20Is

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

India opener Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the remaining two T20 Internationals against Sri Lanka following a wrist injury.

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.

'BCCI responsible for lack of quality spinners'

'BCCI responsible for lack of quality spinners'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

Former Test cricketer Maninder Singh held the BCCI responsible for the lack of quality spin bowlers in the country.

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

India skipper Rohit Sharma gave an update on Shreyas Iyer's recurring back injury and the captain didn't sound to optimistic of the batter playing anytime soon.

T20 World Cup: Shami named as Bumrah's replacement

T20 World Cup: Shami named as Bumrah's replacement

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Mohammed Shami was named as the replacement for the injured Jasprit Bumrah in the Indian team for the T20 World Cup.

The big surprise in India women's team for CWG

The big surprise in India women's team for CWG

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

Wicketkeeper Taniya Bhatia, who has an unimpressive strike rate of under 100 in the T20 format, was on Monday named in the Indian women's squad for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Discipline, diet, rehab: All that went into making Suryakumar version 2.0

Discipline, diet, rehab: All that went into making Suryakumar version 2.0

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'I (had) never read a book in my life and I started doing that as well. Getting up in the morning, spending a good quality time at the rehab centre and focusing on everything, connecting myself, my brain and my body with the rehab and it helped me really well to recover a little faster.'

It is like I'm going to play my first Test: Patil

It is like I'm going to play my first Test: Patil

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Sandeep Patil said he was pleasantly surprised when he was on Wednesday named as the new Director of Cricket Operation of the National Cricket Academy by the BCCI.

NCA chief Dravid to the rescue to India's U-19 players

NCA chief Dravid to the rescue to India's U-19 players

Rediff.com27 May 2020

National Cricket Academy (NCA) chief Rahul Dravid on Wednesday said that they have been addressing mental health issues of non-contracted and Under-19 players amid the ongoing nationwide lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is an uncertain period for cricketers and it could affect them mentally, said the former India captain.

Kamran Akmal likely to get recall for B'desh series

Kamran Akmal likely to get recall for B'desh series

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

Pakistan's troubled wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal could finally make a comeback to the national team for the ODI and Twenty20 match against Bangladesh in Lahore later this month.

Bangalore fans watch as Tendulkar, Ponting bat at the NCA

Bangalore fans watch as Tendulkar, Ponting bat at the NCA

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

Cricket fans in Bangalore were treated to a rare spectacle on Monday, as batting greats Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting trained together, for the same team.

Jadeja says excitement of meeting Dhoni still the same as 2009

Jadeja says excitement of meeting Dhoni still the same as 2009

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

'Still Same excitement when I met him in 2009,' Jadeja wrote

Abhishek Nayar Set To Be Gambhir's Deputy

Abhishek Nayar Set To Be Gambhir's Deputy

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Gautam Gambhir has enlisted Kolkata Knight Riders Assistant Coach Abhishek Nayar's expertise for the role of assistant coach with Team India.

Check out ex-India coach Shastri's new assignment!

Check out ex-India coach Shastri's new assignment!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has been roped in as the Commissioner of the Legends League Cricket (LLC), a professional event for retired players that is set to take off next year.

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Will NCA physios declare Bumrah 'fully fit' for Ireland tour?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Bumrah, 29, is recovering after a surgery to treat lower back stress fracture.

Photos: Yuvraj bats in NCA nets on Day 2 of rehab programme

Photos: Yuvraj bats in NCA nets on Day 2 of rehab programme

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Yuvraj Singh continues to work towards his comeback to cricket. He had a gruelling net session for the second consecutive day at the National Cricket Academy, in Bangalore, on Tuesday.

Who will replace Iyer for 1st Aus Test? Gill or SKY?

Who will replace Iyer for 1st Aus Test? Gill or SKY?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

The Indian team management could consider playing Shubman Gill in the middle order ahead of Suryakumar Yadav in the first Test against Australia after Shreyas Iyer was ruled out of the series opener due to a back injury.

INSPIRING! Hard Times To Glory Times

INSPIRING! Hard Times To Glory Times

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Cricketers, shaped by diverse journeys from unexpected corners of the country, serve as a testament to the power of unwavering belief.

Waugh picks Bumrah-Shaheen as new-ball partners

Waugh picks Bumrah-Shaheen as new-ball partners

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Mark Waugh names his top-five for T20 World Cup.

Kumble quits as NCA chairman

Kumble quits as NCA chairman

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

In a surprise development, former Indian captain Anil Kumble, on Monday, tendered his resignation from the chairmanship of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), almost two months after a controversy broke out over an apparent conflict of interest.

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Several top cricketers are expected to attend the meeting in the presence of at least one Committee of Administrators (CoA) member. They are expected to deliberate on the issue at length.

Franchises have to bear rehab costs of injuries

Franchises have to bear rehab costs of injuries

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Indian cricketers who sustain injuries during the cash-rich Indian Premier League will now have to depend on their respective franchise to bear the costs of their rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Here's why Rohit was not picked for SA ODIs...

Here's why Rohit was not picked for SA ODIs...

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

The selectors believed it would be prudent for Rohit to keep working on his rehab and fitness

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

PCB newly selected Chief Selector Inzamam Ul Haq announced squads for the upcoming ACC Men's Asia Cup and the three-match One-Day International series against Afghanistan.

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.

Will Mahinder become first Sikh player to represent Pakistan?

Will Mahinder become first Sikh player to represent Pakistan?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

Mahinder Pal Singh has become the first Sikh cricketer to be selected in Pakistan's National Cricket Academy after he was picked for a fast bowlers' camp, being organised by the Pakistan Cricket Board. The 21-year old Mahinder was selected at an emerging player camp, organised by PCB in Multan in November. "It was a proud moment for me to be selected for the camp," Pal, who hails from the tribal region of Pakistan but lives in Nankana Sahib outside Lahore, told PTI. The eldest among five siblings, Pal is the first member of his community to be recognised at this level.

Injured Tiwary out for 6 weeks, to miss England T20s

Injured Tiwary out for 6 weeks, to miss England T20s

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

A serious back injury will keep Manoj Tiwary out of competitive cricket for atleast a month and half and the talented Bengal captain will not be a part of the Indian squad for the upcoming two Twenty20 Internationals against England.

We need big partnerships: Yuvraj

We need big partnerships: Yuvraj

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

The Indian all-rounder said the team was not happy with its batting in the first Test against England and will go into the second with a fresh approach.

Will BCCI resume Nayudu trophy, women's T20?

Will BCCI resume Nayudu trophy, women's T20?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The fate of the C K Nayudu Trophy and Senior women's T20, which were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Local Organising Committee for 2023 ODI World Cup is likely to be formed when the BCCI Apex Council meets virtually on March 2.

Shastri comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Shastri comes down heavily on Indian pacers over lack of fitness

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

'I mean, you can't play four matches on the trot. What are you going to the NCA for, if you are going to come back and then three matches (later) you're back there (NCA).'

Spotted: Sachin Tendulkar in Bangalore

Spotted: Sachin Tendulkar in Bangalore

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Girish M C had an opportunity to service batting ace Sachin Tendulkar's laptop at his hotel suite when he was in Bangalore for fitness training at the National Cricket Academy.

Maynard says BCCI wants him for NCA

Maynard says BCCI wants him for NCA

Rediff.com8 May 2007

England's former assistant coach is considering an offer from the BCCI to work at the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore.

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

'I have a feeling that after a certain transition happens, you could see Rishabh Pant opening the batting for India in T20 cricket.'

RR all-rounder under spotlight as Guwahati set to host two IPL matches

RR all-rounder under spotlight as Guwahati set to host two IPL matches

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The Indian Premier League bandwagon is set to finally reach NorthEast as Guwahati gears up to host two IPL matches this season.

Saha undergoes shoulder surgery in Manchester

Saha undergoes shoulder surgery in Manchester

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

India wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha on Wednesday underwent a surgery on his shoulder in Manchester under the supervision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's medical team.

I did not want to be just a figurehead: Kumble

I did not want to be just a figurehead: Kumble

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

Former India captain Anil Kumble said he resigned from the chairmanship of the National Cricket Academy as he did not want to be just a "figurehead" when none of his plans found support from other committee members.

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

Rediff.com3 May 2004

After two 'big' injuries, fit-again Chahar targets IPL 2023

After two 'big' injuries, fit-again Chahar targets IPL 2023

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

The India pace bowler had a tough time in 2022, recovering from a stress fracture and more recently a quad grade 3 tear.

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Wasn't nervous, very happy to be back, says Player-of-the-Match Bumrah

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Jasprit Bumrah grabbed the player-of-the-match award on his international return.

Fit-again Hardik, Bhuvi, Dhawan to play in DY Patil T20 tournament

Fit-again Hardik, Bhuvi, Dhawan to play in DY Patil T20 tournament

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Fit-again India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is attempting to make his comeback by taking part in the D Y Patil T20 tournament, starting in Mumbai, on Monday. Shikhar Dhawan and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are also on their road to recovery after sustaining injuries.