VVS Laxman assumes charge of NCA, shares first day at the office: Team India?s former batting stalwart VVS Laxman on Monday took charge of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) Bangalore. Laxman shared a glimpse of his first workday at the NCA office as the head of the Academy.



Writing on Twitter, VVS posted: ?First day in office at the NCA! An exciting new challenge in store, look forward to the future and to working with the future of Indian cricket."



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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), a month ago, declared the designation of VVS Laxman as the chief of NCA. The development came after former chief Rahul Dravid was persuaded by the BCCI to take up the head coach?s role for India's men's senior team.



The BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has always emphasised having former cricketers in the system to help cricket in India grow at a much faster pace.?



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Further, the reports revealed that not only Sourav Ganguly, but Jay Shah, BCCI secretary and other few officials wanted Laxman to take the NCA charge following Dravid?s quit.



"Sourav and Jay both would love to have Laxman take up the NCA role. But yes, the final call obviously lies with the former India cricketer as he has a young family also. He is undoubtedly a front runner for the role and not to forget how he has been known to share a special bond with now coach Dravid. It will be the perfect combination to have those two work together towards taking Indian cricket forward. Nothing like having former cricketers coming on board to help produce the next generation of stars," the BCCI source had said.



As a part of the job, VVS Laxman has resigned from all his other media and broadcasting commitments. He will no longer be a part of any IPL franchise as a member of the support staff. Moreover, Laxman will have to stay in Bangalore for at least 200 days a year.



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VVS Laxman assumes charge of NCA, shares first day at the office

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Rohit Sharma and Jadeja at NCA Bangalore for a rehabilitation program: Injured senior opener batsman Rohit Sharma and celebrated all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja have begun their rehabilitation program at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) Bangalore. The two cricketers were ruled out of upcoming South Africa versus India test series.



Rohit recently sustained a hamstring injury during his practice at the BKC while all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was ruled out due to a forearm injury. He sustained the blow during India vs New Zealand first test match at Kanpur.



The two Indian players were seen with India's U19 captain Yash Dhull at the NCA. Dhull also uploaded a few pictures of him with two senior cricketers on social media.&nbsp;



India?s U19 team is currently camping at the NCA Bangalore before the upcoming Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), starting December 23.



Rohit Sharma, who was named Virat Kohli?s successor in the white-ball format, was all set to travel to South Africa for three test matches and three ODIs, however, an unfortunate injury has kept his participation doubtful. He is also named team India?s new Test match vice-captain replacing Ajinkya Rahane.



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The reports suggest that Rohit Sharma will take anywhere around three to four weeks of time to recuperate completely and get back to his normal fitness. With this time frame, Rohit can get fit for the ODI series which will be his first ODI series as team India's full-time captain.



The BCCI has roped in India ?A? captain Priyank Panchal as Rohit Sharma?s cover for the test series against South Africa, starting December 26.



Meanwhile, all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja is expected to take longer than usual to recover from his injury. If the reports are to be believed, Jadeja is probable to make his comeback during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 in India.



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Rohit Sharma and Jadeja at NCA Bangalore for a rehabilitation program

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Rohit Sharma advised cutting weight by 5-6 KG to reduce stress on hamstring and knee: Team India?s new white ball skipper Rohit Sharma has been advised to cut down on his body weight by around 5-6 KG by the National Cricket Academy (NCA) experts. The cricketer has responded to the advice pretty quickly and has begun his fitness regime to get in better shape.



Sharma missed the ongoing India tour of South Africa due to his hamstring injury. The cricketer sustained the injury a few days prior to India?s departure to South Africa. He couldn?t pose himself fit for the ODI series as well.



Moreover, Rohit had to miss a couple of games in the IPL 2021 and the Australia series due to his hamstring injury which has bothered the cricketer often.



The trainers at the NCA have put up a solid training program for India?s white-ball skipper to regain his fitness and reduce excess weight from his hamstring and knee. He is currently at the NCA and is undergoing rigorous training with the plans put forth for him.



Recently, Shikhar Dhawan posted a picture on his social media with Rohit Sharma and Bhuvneshwar Kumar in which the white ball skipper looked in a good shape.



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Apart from Sharma, Dhawan and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel and wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson were also seen in the NCA.



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Jadeja sustained a left-arm injury during recent India vs New Zealand test series. He is also completely ruled out of the South Africa tour while Axar Patel is also not fit.



It must be noted that in Rohit?s absence, KL Rahul has been handed over the reins of team India. Rahul will lead India in the three-match ODI series against South Africa.



Interestingly, Rahul also debuted with Test Captaincy during the 2nd Test Match against South Africa as Virat Kohli was ruled out of the match due to an upper back spasm.



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VVS Laxman assumes charge of NCA, shares first day at the office

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Rohit Sharma advised to cut weight by 5-6 KG to reduce stress on hamstring and knee

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