Cricket enjoys an enormous fan base in India and is played almost everywhere across the nation. The sport is revered like a religion, and cricketers are often seen as deities. Throughout the years, Bangalore has produced some of the most skilled players who have proudly represented India on the international stage. Yet, having talent is just one part of the equation; proper guidance is essential, and there are numerous cricket academies available to help nurture that talent.
Check out this list of the five best cricket academies in Bangalore:
5. Karnataka Institute of Cricket (KIOC)
KIOC is one of the best cricket academies in Bangalore. The head coach, Irfan Sait, has completed Level 1, 2, and 3 coaching certificates from India, England, and Australia. Every year, they organize overseas tours to countries like Sri Lanka, England, and Australia.
Famous players like Robin Uthappa, Manish Pandey, and Veda Krishnamurthy started their cricket careers at KIOC. They offer high-performance training programs, speed guns, bowling machines, video, and sports analysis.
Location: RBANM’s Main Ground, Gangadhar Chetty Road near Commercial Street & Ulsoor Lake, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka (560042)
Age Group: 5 years and above
Fee: INR 28,000 per year
Days and Timings:
- Summer: 7 days a week, 6:30 to 9:30 am, 3:30 to 6:30 pm
- Annual: Monday to Friday 6:30 to 8:30 am, Saturday 3 to 6 pm, Sunday 8 to 11 am
Contact: Irfan Sait (+91 9008675618)
Email: [email protected]
4. RX Cricket Academy (RXCA)
RXCA is a top cricket academy in Bangalore. Mr. R Muralidhar, who has a Level 3 BCCI coaching certificate, runs the academy. Muralidhar is a successful coach in the Karnataka Premier League, with two championships and a runners-up medal.
Mayank Agarwal and India women’s team captain Mithali Raj are graduates of RXCA. The academy offers indoor facilities, turf wickets, floodlights, bowling machines, and more.
Location: Power Play Campus, No 35, Whitefield, Seetharampalya – Hoodi Rd, Seetharampalya, Hoodi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (560037)
Age Group: 5 years and above
Fee: INR 28000/year + GST (Tuesday to Sunday); ₹16000/year + GST (weekends)
Days and Timings: Monday to Sunday
Contact: +91 89702 27711; +91 89702 27722
Email: [email protected]
3. Rising Star Cricket Academy (RSCA)
The RSCA was started in 2011 by Mr. Mahesh Gowda to provide good service and training for all players. The RSCA has a dedicated team of coaches and staff and is open 16 hours a day, every day of the year.
Facilities include 2 bowling machines, video analysis, indoor facilities, 10 nets, turf wickets, and a gym.
Location: 47, RSCA Bangalore, opposite Paradise Biryani, New BEL Rd, AG’s Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka (560054)
Age Group: 5 years and above
Personal Coaching: Yes
Fees: INR 900 per month or INR 2500 for three months
Days and Timings: Monday to Sunday (7:00 am – 9:00 pm)
Contact: Mr. Mahesh Gowda (+91 8050816681; +91 9535325252)
Email: [email protected]
2. Imtiaz Ahmed Cricket Academy (IACA)
Established in 1987 by former Karnataka cricketer Syed Imtiaz Ahmed, the IACA has been training top cricketers for over 30 years. Famous players like Rahul Dravid and Venkatesh Prasad started their careers here.
One main event is the annual All India Pepsi Cup, where academy teams from all over India come together to play 20-over matches.
Facilities at IACA include turf wickets, bowling machines, a ground for practice matches, and 10 practice nets.
Locations:
- 2nd Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (560034)
- 5, Mosque Rd, Cleveland Town, Pulikeshi Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka (560005)
Age Group: 8 to 16 years
Fee: INR 18,000 per year (for the regular annual academy)
Schedule: Monday to Friday (6:30 AM to 8:30 AM; 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM)
Contact: +91 8041240280
Email: [email protected]
1. Brijesh Patel Cricket Academy (BPCA)
The Brijesh Patel Cricket Academy (BPCA) is one of India’s top cricket academies. Founded in 1986, it has helped many players improve their skills. The BPCA has excellent cricket facilities.
The coaches at BPCA are former state and national players who have trained many first-class and IPL players.
The BPCA offers facilities like bowling machines, turf wickets, video and technical analysis, one-on-one coaching, speed guns, libraries, a girl hostel, an auditorium, and other training amenities.
Location: Shop Number- 1B, ½, Lavelle Road, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (560001)
Age Group: 6 to 20 years
Fee Structure: INR 13,000 per year (for Saturday and Sunday classes) and INR 25,000 per year (for Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday classes).
Days and Timings: Monday to Friday (6:30 AM to 8:30 AM; 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM)
Contact: Mr. Kamal Tandon +91 9844036023; Mr. Chetan N +91 9880043858
Email: [email protected]