VVS Laxman to take charge as National Cricket Academy head

VVS Laxman to take charge as National Cricket Academy head

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Category : Sports Published on: November 15 2021

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Indian legend VVS Laxman is set to take charge as the head of National Cricket Academy (NCA).
Laxman, who represented India for over a decade, will take over from Rahul Dravid.
Recently, Dravid left his post of NCA head in order to take charge as India's head coach.
The NCA in Bengaluru is a base for young Indian cricketers who have the potential to represent the national side.
During his tenure, Rahul Dravid has shaped the careers of many youngsters.
Dravid was appointed as the NCA chief in July 2019. He supervised all cricket related activities and contributed significantly in mentoring, coaching, training and motivating the players.

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About NCA

NCA: National Cricket Academy
Founder: Raj Singh Dungarpur
Founded: 2000
Headquarters: Bengaluru

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