The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) held mandatory fitness testing at the Centre of Excellence for contracted players. Players arrived in batches and completed tests ahead of a busy season. Multiple photos from the session were shared. This prepares Team India for upcoming international commitments.
BCCI Begins Pre-Season Fitness Drills for Contracted Players at Centre of Excellence
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has commenced its mandatory pre-season fitness evaluations for centrally contracted cricketers at the Centre of Excellence. Players arrived in batches to undergo testing ahead of a busy season.
Deepak Gupta
Aug 30, 2026
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Key Takeaways
- •BCCI monitors player health for long season
- •Mandatory fitness tests held at Bengaluru COE
- •Players undergo Yo-Yo and DEXA scan checks






