Bronco Test Not Conducted for Indian Squad; Could Happen in Dubai for Asia Cup: Reports
A report has revealed that Indian cricket team players did not take the Bronco test at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. The team’s strength and conditioning coach, Adrian le Roux, had suggested adding this new fitness test alongside existing ones, like the Yo-Yo test. Most of the players came to Bengaluru for assessments over two weeks, but it’s now confirmed that none of them actually did the Bronco test.
According to the Times of India, the players at the CoE went through basic health checks, mobility and agility tests, and the Yo-Yo test, but they did not take the Bronco test. The report also says that the Indian team, which is heading to Dubai for the Asia Cup 2025, could take the Bronco test if the team management decides to include it.
"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." one of the sources, quoted by The Times of India.
Team India is set to leave for Dubai on September 4. The players won’t travel together because of logistical reasons. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, they will start their Asia Cup campaign on September 10 against the UAE. The big match against Pakistan is scheduled for September 14 at the same venue. Earlier reports had suggested that some players had already taken the Bronco test at the CoE, but this now appears to be incorrect.
“The Bronco Test has been introduced at the Centre of Excellence. Some of India’s contracted players have travelled to Bengaluru and have taken the test. The Bronco Test is being used to ensure there are clear fitness standards. Also, it was noticed that Indian cricketers, more so the fast bowlers, were not running enough and spending too much time in the gym. Players have been told that they will have to do more running,” a source said.
