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Whatmore plans to improve NCA

Whatmore plans to improve NCA

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

NCA director Dav Whatmore wishes to improve the already impressive facility further so that it can be more useful for Indian cricket.

Kapil sacked as NCA Chairman

Kapil sacked as NCA Chairman

Rediff.com21 Aug 2007

NCA vice-Chairman Ajay Shirke has been appointed acting chairman.

'WPL has given us strong base to find players': Muzumdar

'WPL has given us strong base to find players': Muzumdar

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Terming the Women's Premier League (WPL) a "great supply chain" for the national team, India head coach Amol Muzumdar on Thursday said his side is a frontrunner to win the ongoing T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

Ravi Shastri appointed NCA chairman

Ravi Shastri appointed NCA chairman

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Shastri takes over from Ajay Shirke, who was made acting chairman of the Bangalore-based Academy after Kapil Dev was sacked from the post for signing up with the rebel Indian Cricket League.

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

The financial nitty-gritties of Gautam Gambhir's appointment as India's head coach are yet to be worked out but that's the "last of his concerns" right now

Ravindra Jadeja's home for 'next few days'....

Ravindra Jadeja's home for 'next few days'....

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Jadeja shared a snapshot of the NCA on his Instagram story

NCA rehab under scanner as debutant Shardul is ruled out of Hyderabad Test

NCA rehab under scanner as debutant Shardul is ruled out of Hyderabad Test

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Shardul Thakur's much-awaited Test debut turned into a nightmare as the India speedster was forced to leave the field due to a groin strain after bowling only 10 deliveries on the first day of the second Test against West Indies in Hyderabad on Friday.

Kapil unclear about NCA role

Kapil unclear about NCA role

Rediff.com12 Oct 2006

The former India captain admitted he had no idea about his role as the new chairman of the National Cricket Academy.

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.

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Chakravarthy added to ODI squad for Eng series

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Mystery spinner bowls in nets as India prep for three-match ODI series vs England.

Shami's return delayed; to miss next 2 Ranji games

Shami's return delayed; to miss next 2 Ranji games

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami's return to competitive cricket has been further pushed back after the veteran pacer was not picked in the Bengal Ranji Trophy squad.

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

NCA to invite Jonty, Sandy

Rediff.com3 May 2004

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.

Fit-again Umran eyes strong comeback in Duleep Trophy

Fit-again Umran eyes strong comeback in Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Umran Malik has fully recovered from dengue and is fully focused on delivering his best performance at the upcoming Duleep Trophy.

SEE: Rishabh Pant -- The Greatest Comeback Story

SEE: Rishabh Pant -- The Greatest Comeback Story

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Although Pant left no stone unturned, ticking all the boxes, the 26-year found the rehab mundane.

'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 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.

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Pant to play Delhi's next Ranji match, no word from Kohli yet

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

According to ESPNCricinfo, Shubman Gill has also confirmed his availability for Punjab's upcoming Ranji Trophy sixth-round fixture against Karnataka, set to begin on January 23.

'I would have kept him in the mix'

'I would have kept him in the mix'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

I was really surprised when he wasn't flown out even halfway through the series, two Test matches in.'

'His mental toughness is in a different league'

'His mental toughness is in a different league'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

After the accident and the kind of rehabilitation that he had to go through, this knock will be right up there, says Rishabh Pant's coach Devender Sharma.

Injured Shami ruled out of IPL, to undergo ankle surgery

Injured Shami ruled out of IPL, to undergo ankle surgery

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Shami, who was one of the architects of India's stupendous World Cup campaign with 24 wickets, played through pain as he had problems with his landing but didn't let it affect his performance.

Fit-again Shami set for comeback in Ranji Trophy

Fit-again Shami set for comeback in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Mohammed Shami will make his long-awaited comeback to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy.

New ICC chief Jay Shah to stay as BCCI secretary till December

New ICC chief Jay Shah to stay as BCCI secretary till December

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Jay Shah will not step down from his current role as BCCI Secretary during the upcoming AGM, as he is scheduled to assume his new position only from December 1.

Now Rathour's name crops up for NCA batting consultant's position, Kanitkar also in fray

Now Rathour's name crops up for NCA batting consultant's position, Kanitkar also in fray

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

It has been learnt that Rathour and Kanitkar are among the four applicants for the NCA coach's job.

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.

'Gambhir not the right choice as India coach'

'Gambhir not the right choice as India coach'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Former batter Manoj Tiwary said India head coach Gautam Gambhir is 'not the right choice' for the role and is better suited to mentoring IPL franchises.

Shami proves critics wrong in SMAT thriller

Shami proves critics wrong in SMAT thriller

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami carried Bengal to the quarterfinals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy by smashing a game-changing 17-ball-32 and bowling 13 dot balls

Morne Morkel named India's bowling coach

Morne Morkel named India's bowling coach

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The 39 year-old has played 86 Tests, 117 ODIs and 44 T20Is for South Africa with a total of 544 international wickets.

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.

No NCA team for Duleep Trophy

No NCA team for Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com4 Jul 2005

The BCCI's Tours and Programmes and Fixtures Committee felt an NCA team lacks the experience to play at the inter-zonal tournament.

BCCI to players: Obey new rules or face IPL ban, fee cuts

BCCI to players: Obey new rules or face IPL ban, fee cuts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

BCCI unveils 10-point diktat: Domestic cricket must, restriction on personal staff, family stay on tours

Mayank Yadav still a work in progress, warns RP Singh

Mayank Yadav still a work in progress, warns RP Singh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

India pace sensation Mayank Yadav should not be rushed into Test cricket as he very much remains a work in progress, reckons former left-arm fast bowler RP Singh.

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday demoted premier pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to Category B from Category A, and did not offer central contracts to senior players Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed and Osama Mir for the 2024-25 season.

Shami's absence a big loss for India: Aus coach McDonald

Shami's absence a big loss for India: Aus coach McDonald

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald believes the absence of Mohammed Shami during the marquee Border Gavaskar Trophy next month is a huge loss for India.

Miandad keen on role at NCA

Miandad keen on role at NCA

Rediff.com26 May 2004

The Pakistan coach said he is willing to work with the youngsters at the PCB's academy.

Suryansh Shedge: Mumbai cricket's new match-winning star!

Suryansh Shedge: Mumbai cricket's new match-winning star!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Being a finisher in T20s can be a nerve-jangling job even for the seasoned names, but 21-year-old Suryansh Shedge has pulled it off twice under pressure situations.

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal's intense and innovative pre-tour training against short-pitched balls at the Thane Stadium contributed to his unbeaten 90 in Perth

Should Pujara, Rahane Be Recalled For Australia Tour?

Should Pujara, Rahane Be Recalled For Australia Tour?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'They need batters who can bat out a full session in Australia.' 'You have seniors like Pujara and Rahane, who are scoring runs in domestic cricket. They have experience of Australian conditions too.' 'They should be given a chance to make a comeback, no harm in trying especially when your batting line-up is not even lasting a full session.'

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ratra, a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, brings with him a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in both domestic and international cricket.

BCCI lost Rs 50 crore on fraud land deal, admits NCA

BCCI lost Rs 50 crore on fraud land deal, admits NCA

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Members of the National Cricket Academy's sub-committee were in for a rude shock when it was intimated that the Board of Control for Cricket in India lost a whopping Rs 50 crore on a dubious land deal and is now mulling initiating criminal proceedings against those involved in the mess.