BCCI struggles to recruit medical staff amid ongoing player injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
India is facing an injury crisis as it approaches a two-Test series against Sri Lanka starting August 15. Mohammad Kaif expressed surprise at the BCCI's challenges in hiring top medical professionals for its Centre of Excellence, especially given the board's financial resources. VVS Laxman confirmed that attempts to finalize staff appointments have encountered last-minute obstacles. Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the Sri Lanka series, joining a list of injured players including Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar. The BCCI has had to address these issues urgently, with discussions ongoing about its rehabilitation program.
- •India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka begins August 15.
- •Several key players are unavailable due to injuries.
- •Mohammad Kaif voiced concerns over BCCI's hiring difficulties.
- •VVS Laxman noted last-minute obstacles in staff appointments.
- •BCCI's Centre of Excellence faces scrutiny amid the injury crisis.
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Mohammed Kaif 'surprised' by BCCI's struggle to hire top medical professionals amid injury crisis
"India is grappling with a significant player injury crisis, forcing discussions about the effectiveness of the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. Ex-cricketer Mohammad Kaif expressed astonishment at the board's challenges in securing suitable hires. VVS Laxman added that prospective staff appointments encountered last-minute obstacles. Given the BCCI's robust financial resources, this inability to draw in top talent is perplexing, especially with crucial matches on the horizon.
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