Professional Cricket Training in Kandivali
I built these pitches because I know what it is like to travel hours for quality practice. Now, international legends and IPL teams use them—so can you.
What a moment for our academy to have the legendary Australian fast bowler Brett Lee visit our grounds. His presence and interaction with our players was a huge motivation for everyone.
We are always happy to host the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for their practice sessions. It's a great learning experience for our students to watch top IPL players prepare for the highest level of competition.
Indian team player Shubman Gill getting into his stance during a net session at our academy. Our players get to see firsthand the focus and preparation that goes into performing at the international level.
A closer look at Shubman Gill during his batting practice. We ensure our wickets provide a true and consistent surface, which is essential for elite players to fine-tune their skills.
KKR player Nitish Rana focused during his training. Having professional cricketers like him around creates a high-performance environment that benefits all our academy players.
Shubman Gill walking off after a solid net session, with one of our coaches in the background. We provide a professional and supportive environment for players at all levels.
Another shot of Nitish Rana preparing to face a delivery. The quality of our nets and pitches allows for intense, match-simulation practice.
About Train Where the Pros Train
Getting the bounce right on a natural turf wicket takes a lot of daily maintenance, but that is the difference between a local club and a pro setup. When you step onto these strips, you are practicing on the same surfaces where guys like Shubman Gill and the KKR squad fine-tune their shots before match day.
Why Turf Wickets Change Everything
Many academies in Mumbai rely on concrete or artificial mats, but that does not prepare you for the real game. The ball behaves differently on grass; it seams, it bounces, and it rewards accurate line and length. I learned this the hard way during my own career, which is why we maintain professional-grade natural turf wickets.
The Pro Environment
When you train here, you are not just getting nets. You are stepping into an environment where international cricketers and IPL teams like KKR come to prepare. Seeing how they approach their warm-ups, how they analyze their batting stance, and how they handle high-pressure drills gives our students a blueprint for their own growth.
Common Questions
- Do I get to use the same pitches as the pros? Yes. Whether you are a senior player or part of our junior batch, you train on our standard turf wickets.
- Is this only for elite players? Not at all. We have students from U-12 to open age. The goal is to give local talent the facilities they need to reach that elite level.
- What about the maintenance? We handle the pitch preparation daily. You just bring your kit and focus on your game.
Your Path to the Big Leagues
We do not just rent out space. We run a high-performance program that includes video analysis, fitness training, and selection trials for MCA tournaments like the Kanga League. If you are serious about cricket, you will find your grind here.
Homeground Cricket Academy
I am Paul Valthaty, and I built this academy because I hated the struggle of traveling across Mumbai just for 15 minutes of batting. We treat every student like a pro, giving you the same world-class turf wickets that IPL stars train on.
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