The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is moving to standardize fitness testing parameters for its players following perceived issues with assessment after the recent England tour. The decision comes amid changes in testing protocols and a lack of synchronization between the BCCI medical team and strength & conditioning staff.
The Indian cricket team underwent a shift in fitness drills last year when Adrian Leroux replaced Soham Desai as the strength and conditioning coach. According to reports, this change led to the adoption of the Bronco test as the primary measure of player fitness, replacing the previously used Yo-Yo test.
However, it has been determined that the BCCI medical team – which includes the CoE (Committee of Administrators) and the Indian team’s support staff – have struggled to effectively work together in assessing players' physical condition. The source indicates this lack of coordination is the driving force behind the move to standardize testing procedures.
The BCCI aims to create a unified approach to evaluating fitness levels, ensuring consistent assessment across all levels of the national cricket program. Details on the specific standardized parameters have not yet been released.
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