BCCI standardizes fitness benchmarks after injury concerns during England tour
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:49 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The BCCI has decided to overhaul fitness testing for Indian cricketers, implementing uniform standards for the Bronco and 2K tests following an injury-prone tour of England. This decision arises from findings at the Centre of Excellence indicating inconsistent testing practices that fail to support player workload management. The new benchmarks aim to improve accountability and reduce injuries among players. Additional support staff changes, including the introduction of Kamlesh Jain as the new strength and conditioning coach, will assist in setting rigorous standards for all players, regardless of seniority.
- •BCCI introduces standard fitness benchmarks for Bronco and 2K tests
- •Inconsistent testing linked to increased injuries during the England tour
- •Contracted players informed about new testing norms ahead of Sri Lanka series
- •Kamlesh Jain tasked with enforcing standards without exceptions for senior players
- •Concerns raised about fielding mobility of certain players, including senior team members
- 4:49 AMYahoo Sports — Report: BCCI overhauls fitness testing after India injury crisis, standardises Bronco and 2K benchmarks
"India's injury-hit England tour and growing fitness concerns reportedly prompted the BCCI to introduce uniform Bronco and 2K fitness benchmarks.
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