BCCI has made it compulsory for cricketers to pass the 'yo-yo' endurance test if they wan to find a place in the national side.
- The rule will be applied to all cricketers, including those who play just Test cricket
- The decision is taken to maintain consistent fitness standards across formats.
- All current players new reforms and asked to adhere to the guidelines set by the team management.
- Time will be given to get back to peak fitness to those who fail to meet the requirements.
What is Yo- Yo Test?
- The yo-yo test requires players to pace themselves methodically — starting with a modest jog to the eventual gut-busting sprint — as they shuttle back and forth between two rows of cones kept 20 metres apart.
- Each run needs to be timed with the three beeps that are played in the background. These are the signals for start, turn and finish.
- With the timing between the beeps constantly decreasing, each subsequent 40m circuit requires more speed. Getting beaten twice by the beep means the end of the test.
- The final score is determined by the laps completed and the speed gathered.
About BCCI
- BCCI stands for Board of Control for Cricket in India.
- It is the national governing body for cricket in India.
- It was formed in December 1928
- Its logo is derived from the emblem of the Order of the Star of India, the British Raj emblem during the colonial period.
- It is headquartered in Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai
Key People
- President: Vinod Rai
- Chief Executive: Rahul Johri
- Vice President: Rajeev Shukla
