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VVS Laxman to take charge as National Cricket Academy head

Category : Sports
Published on: November 15 2021 Share on facebook

  • 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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