BCCI's Centre of Excellence defends its role amid rising injury concerns

India's injury list has placed the BCCI Centre of Excellence under scrutiny, prompting questions about rehab periods, fitness assessments, and coordination with selectors. Head VVS Laxman responded at a Bengaluru press briefing, insisting the centre's purpose extends beyond simply treating injuries and that the sport naturally involves setbacks. He pointed to ongoing monitoring systems, including a new Bronco test, to track player condition continuously.

Laxman cited the evaluation of Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan as examples of multi-parameter fitness checks before squad inclusion. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia visited the facility to discuss the rehabilitation programme, yet Laxman maintained that the process focuses on assessment and communication, not assigning blame. With a crucial Test series against Sri Lanka looming, the centre's approach will remain under observation.