Relief for Rohit Sharma and others! No Bronco test for Indian players at BCCI's CoE, could happen in Asia Cup 2025- Reports

Bronco test was introduced by BCCI recently.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently conducted fitness tests of Indian players at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Many senior players in Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Shubman Gill, along with young guns, were seen taking the tests ahead of the packed season.

According to reports by The Times of India, the Branco test was not part of the recent fitness tests. The players underwent basic health check-ups, regular mobility tests, and the yo-yo test. The Branco test, used in the sport of Rugby, was recently introduced by the BCCI during the England series.

The move was suggested by the Indian Cricket Team’s strength and conditioning coach, Adrian le Roux. Under the Branco test, a player starts with a 20-metre run, followed by a 40-metre run and a 60-metre run. This constitutes one set. A player has to do five such sets, which adds up to 1200 metres without taking a break.

Branco test might happen during Asia Cup 2025- Reports

A source informed The TOI that the Bronco test might be conducted for players in Dubai ahead of the Asia Cup 2025.

“It could happen when the squad assembles in Dubai for the Asia Cup. The team will start leaving late tonight (early morning of September 4) and have their first session at ICC Academy on September 5. So if the management and the S&C want to do a Bronco assessment, it could happen in Dubai. If at all it happens,” he said.

Notably, the Suryakumar Yad-led side is gearing up for the Asia Cup 2025, which will commence on September 9 in the UAE. India are placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, Oman, and the UAE.

Indian players will reach Dubai by September 4 and commence their training on September 5. Their first encounter is against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai.

For more updates, follow Khel Now Cricket on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Whatsapp & Telegram.