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The BCCI is hiring for three crucial roles at its Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. These positions include batting and bowling coaches, as well as a head of sports science and medicine. Applicants must have elite-level experience and relevant certifications. The deadline for applications is August 20, 2025.

Key Points: BCCI Seeks Batting Bowling Coaches and Sports Science Head for Bengaluru COE

  • BCCI seeks former first-class or international cricketers for coaching roles
  • Sports science head must have a master’s degree and leadership experience
  • Roles focus on national coach education and athlete development
  • Application deadline is August 20 for Bengaluru-based positions
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BCCI invites applications for key positions at Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru

BCCI invites applications for key roles at Bengaluru Centre of Excellence, including batting, bowling coaches, and sports science head. Apply by August 20.

"The selected coach will lead BCCI’s certification courses and drive mentoring initiatives tailored to bowling. – BCCI Official Release"

Mumbai, August 7

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for three key full-time roles at its state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru, as per a release.

These roles are integral to enhancing India's cricketing framework across coaching, education, and sports science domains, according to a release from BCCI.

Resident Faculty - Batting, BCCI COE: The Resident Faculty - Batting will support and deliver BCCI's national coach education programmes across certification Levels 0-3.

The individual will contribute to the development of course content, manage assessments, provide hands-on mentoring, and track coach development progress. The role also involves managing digital learning platforms and liaising with zonal coaches.

Eligibility: Former First-Class or International Cricketer. Certified BCCI Level-2 or Level-3 Coach (preferred). Minimum 5 years' coaching experience at the state or elite youth level. Proficiency in performance analysis tools and digital platforms.

Resident Faculty - Bowling, BCCI COE: This role mirrors the responsibilities of the batting faculty, with a specific focus on bowling education.

The selected coach will lead the delivery of BCCI's certification courses, participate in curriculum development, conduct coach assessments, and drive mentoring initiatives tailored to bowling.

Eligibility: Former First-Class or International Cricketer. Certified BCCI Level-2 or Level-3 Coach (preferred).At least 5 years' coaching experience with elite teams. Familiarity with LMS tools, coach development systems, and performance tracking software.

Head - Sports Science and Medicine, BCCI COE: The BCCI COE is looking to appoint an accomplished and visionary Head of Sports Science and Medicine to lead its multi-disciplinary team.

The role involves providing strategic performance planning, injury prevention and rehabilitation oversight, athlete development, and integration of sports science services across national teams and the COE.

The position will also build partnerships with international institutes for research and innovation.

Eligibility: Master's degree (Doctorate preferred) in sports science or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role managing multi-disciplinary performance teams. Proven experience in high-performance sport environments. Strong background in athlete development, clinical governance, and strategic planning.

Important Information: Application Deadline: 5:00 PM IST on August 20, 2025. All positions are based at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Candidates shortlisted after screening will be called for personal interviews for further evaluation. Applicants must be under the age of 60 at the time of applying, the BCCI release added.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see the emphasis on digital platforms and performance analysis tools. Cricket is becoming more scientific - good move by BCCI to modernize coaching methods. The sports science role looks particularly promising for long-term player development.
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Arjun K
They should consider domestic coaches who've produced results at grassroots level, not just former international players. Some of our Ranji Trophy coaches have brilliant insights that get overlooked because they never played for India. #GiveThemAChance
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Priya S
Great initiative! But why only Bengaluru? Shouldn't we have similar centers in other zones too? North and East India also produce excellent cricketers who could benefit from such facilities closer to home. 🤔
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Vikram M
The age limit of 60 seems arbitrary. Some of the best cricket minds in our country are senior citizens with decades of experience. Wisdom shouldn't be discarded just because of a number!
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Kavya N
Hope they maintain transparency in the selection process. BCCI has improved in recent years but we've seen controversies in coach appointments before. Fingers crossed for a fair selection! 🤞

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