News for 'National Cricket Academy'

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.

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.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

'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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

All-India coaching staff will pave way for strong future: Shastri

All-India coaching staff will pave way for strong future: Shastri

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

India head coach Ravi Shastri believes that an all-India coaching line-up will pave the way for a strong future of coaches and cricketers in the country.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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?

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

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.

VVS Laxman will be head coach in Zimbabwe: BCCI secretary Jay Shah

VVS Laxman will be head coach in Zimbabwe: BCCI secretary Jay Shah

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The three ODIs in Zimbabwe will be played in Harare on August 18, 20 and 22.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

Rediff.com3 May 2004

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

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.

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.

Paul Close appointed Team India physio

Paul Close appointed Team India physio

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

Team India has found a replacement for John Gloster. New Zealander Paul Close, the physio at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bangalore and an integral part of director Dav Whatmore's support staff, will serve as physio of the Indian cricket team during the upcoming home series against South Africa. Close, who previously worked in the same position with the Bangladesh national side will be a part of the Indian team for the Tests in Chennai, Ahmedabad and Kanpur.

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Jasprit Bumrah has been named as India's captain for the three-match T20I series against Ireland next month.