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Youth Development

DC Academy

Building India's next cricket stars

Delhi (Primary)MumbaiHyderabadBengaluru
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Our Mission

DC Academy exists to identify, nurture, and fast-track exceptional young cricketers from across India. Backed by the Delhi Capitals franchise infrastructure, our programs blend world-class coaching, cutting-edge analytics, and competition exposure to give every talented player a fair shot at professional cricket — regardless of background.

Training Programs

Our Programs

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Ages 13–16

Under-16 Program

6-month residential training program focusing on technique, fitness, and mental conditioning. Weekly matches in Delhi U-16 circuit.

  • Residential facility
  • Net sessions 5 days/week
  • School curriculum support
  • Monthly performance review
Ages 16–19

Under-19 Program

Advanced pathway program designed to bridge the gap between age-group cricket and IPL feeder teams. Strong focus on match craft.

  • Pathway to IPL academies
  • Competitive tournament schedule
  • Video analysis every session
  • NCA collaboration
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Ages 19–24

Senior Development

Pre-IPL training block for elite domestic cricketers. Intensive 3-month camps designed to prepare players for IPL auctions and Ranji Trophy.

  • IPL auction preparation
  • Strength & conditioning
  • Media training
  • Agent facilitation
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All Ages

Women's Cricket

Dedicated women's program feeding into the WPL pathway. From grassroots development to elite training, DC Academy is building women's cricket in Delhi.

  • WPL pathway program
  • Women-exclusive training slots
  • Equal facilities access
  • BCCI women's circuit tie-up
Application Process

How to Apply

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Register Online

Submit your cricket profile, age proof, and past performance records via the online form below.

02

Attend Trials

Shortlisted candidates are invited to trials held quarterly across Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.

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Selection & Intake

Selected players receive an offer letter, fee structure, and a program start date within 2 weeks of trials.

Infrastructure

World-Class Facilities

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Practice Nets
12 turf nets, 6 artificial, covered & floodlit
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Video Analysis Lab
Multi-angle Hawk-Eye supported breakdown sessions
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Strength & Conditioning
Olympic-standard gym, physio and S&C coaches on site
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Nutrition Support
On-site nutritionist, meal plans, supplement guidance
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Mental Conditioning
Sports psychologist available twice weekly
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Medical
Full-time physio, sports doctor on call
Coaching Staff

Expert Coaches

DC Academy's coaching bench comprises former international players and certified specialists — bringing real match experience into every session.

HC
Head Coach
Former India International — 80+ Test caps
BC
Batting Coach
Former IPL captain with 3,000+ IPL runs
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Bowling Coach
Ex-India pacer — 150+ international wickets
FC
Fielding Coach
Specialist fielding coach, formerly ECB-certified
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Women's Coach
Former India Women team member
SC
Spin Consultant
International spinner with 200+ List A wickets
Success Stories

Academy Alumni

Players who went through the Delhi Capitals cricket pipeline and made it to IPL and India level.

Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant
India WK-Batter · DC Captain
Trained in Delhi cricket ecosystem, DC flagship player
Prithvi Shaw
Prithvi Shaw
India Opener · DC Academy Product
Youngest DC centurion in IPL history
Yash Dhull
Yash Dhull
India U-19 Captain · DC Rookie
ICC U-19 World Cup winner, groomed through Delhi system
Sarfaraz Khan
Sarfaraz Khan
India Test Debut · Delhi Stalwart
Delhi domestics standout before India breakthrough

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Applications for the 2026–27 intake are open. Trials held across all four centres from June 2026.