About GCSAI

WHAT IS THE GREAT CRICKET STEPS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA (GCSAI)?

This is the question all our participants are interested in knowing. GCSAI is an initiative by cricketers aimed at fostering a community of cricket enthusiasts and young aspirants. The association is generously supported by corporate sponsors, whose contributions are dedicated to the development of players. During trials, all players are afforded equal opportunities to showcase their skills in cricket nets across 23 states.

The Managing Committee of GCSAI has established a Code of Conduct to uphold cricket's integrity, promote the sport, and ensure the safety and well-being of its members and participants. All members, including players, parents, and team officials, commit to preserving the spirit of cricket. Through GCSAI, players are guided towards achieving their aspirations in the sport. Upon enrollment, they gain access to participate in league matches.

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"Enjoy the game and Chase your dreams … Dreams come true at Great Cricket Steps Association of India"

The Great Cricket Steps Association of India (GCSAI) stands as a distinguished platform for nurturing young Indian cricket talents. It serves as a talent search initiative in collaboration with a team of seasoned cricket enthusiasts and former players.

For passionate cricket aficionados, this platform is the ultimate destination to fulfill their dreams. Cricket is not just a game; for many, it's a way of life. Today's youth, fervent fans of cricket, aspire to emulate legends such as Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and others.

At Great Cricket Steps Association of India, we empower these dreams and guide their endeavors. We identify, train, and support budding cricket talents. Many youths from marginalized communities in remote villages exhibit a passion for cricket at local levels but lack the guidance needed to pursue it professionally. We provide them with extensive opportunities at district, state, and national levels. Our expert coaches refine their skills with top-notch facilities, pitches, and equipment. Rigorous physical training prepares them for challenges at various stages of competition. The Great Cricket Steps Association of India polishes the latent talent within each individual, marking the next evolution in cricket's landscape.

Notla Rajendra Goud

Indian general Seceratary

An esteemed member in Indian cricket, serves as both a cricket coach and the General Secretary of the Great Cricket Steps Association of India. His passion for the sport is palpable in every aspect of his work. With a profound dedication to nurturing young talents, Prasad brings decades of coaching experience to the fore, aiming to shape the future stars of Indian cricket. As General Secretary, he diligently oversees the association's operations, ensuring that every aspiring cricketer receives the best training and opportunities to excel. Rajendra's commitment to cricket is not just professional but deeply personal, driven by a desire to see Indian cricket thrive and produce world-class players. His leadership embodies a blend of strategic vision and hands-on mentorship, making a significant impact on the development of cricket at grassroots and national levels alike.

Notla Rajendra Goud

Ashwini Kumar Verma

East incharge GCSAI

An esteemed figure in Indian cricket, serving as both a cricket coach and the East Incharge of the Great Cricket Steps Association of India. His passion for the sport shines through every facet of his work. With a deep commitment to nurturing young talent, Ashwini brings decades of coaching experience, dedicated to shaping the future stars of Indian cricket. As General Secretary, he meticulously oversees the association's operations, ensuring that every aspiring cricketer receives top-notch training and opportunities to succeed. Ashwini's devotion to cricket extends beyond his professional role, driven by a personal desire to see Indian cricket flourish and produce world-class athletes. His leadership combines strategic vision with hands-on mentorship, significantly contributing to the development of cricket at both grassroots and national levels.

Ashwini Kumar Verma

Jagan S

South Incharge GCSAI

Jagan has been a pivotal figure in the Great Cricket Steps Association of India (GCSAI), contributing significantly to its growth and success. His dedication to promoting cricket at the grassroots level has helped shape the future of many young cricketers in India. Through his leadership and vision, the GCSAI has been able to organize numerous tournaments and training camps, fostering a love for the game and nurturing talent across the nation

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The aim of the batsmen is to score runs. One of the main cricket rules is that for batsmen to score runs they must run to each other’s end of the pitch (from one end to the other). In doing this one run is scored.

Cricket rules state they may run multiple runs per shot. As well as running they can also score runs by hitting boundaries.

A boundary scores the batsmen either 4 or 6 runs. A four is scored by hitting the ball past the boundary after hitting the ground while a six is scored by hitting the ball past the boundary on the full (before it hits the ground).

Cricket rules also state that once a 4 or 6 has been scored any runs physically ran by the batsman are null & void. They will only obtain the 4 or 6 runs.

Other ways runs can be scored according to the cricket rules include no balls, wide balls & byes. Cricket rules state that all runs scored by these methods are awarded to the batting team but not the individual batters.

• A “No Ball” can be declared for many reasons: If the bowler bowls the ball from the wrong place, the ball is declared dangerous (often happens when bowled at the batsmen’s body on the full), bounces more than twice or rolls before reaching the batsman or if fielders are standing in illegal positions.

The batsman can hit a no ball and score runs off it but cannot be out from a no ball except if they are ran out, hit the ball twice, handle the ball or obstruct the field. The batsman gains any runs scored off the no ball for his shot while the team also gains one run for the no ball itself.

• A “Wide Ball” will be declared if the umpire thinks the batsman did not have a reasonable opportunity to score off the delivery. However if the delivery is bowled over the batsmen’s head it will not be declared a wide but a no ball. Umpires are much stricter on wide deliveries in the shorter format of the game while being much more relaxed in test cricket.

A wide delivery will add one run to the batting team and any runs scored by the batsman. The batsman is not able to get out off a wide delivery except if they are stumped, run out, handle the ball, hit their wicket or obstruct the field.

• A “Bye” is where a ball that isn’t a no ball or wide passes the striking batsman and runs are scored without the batsman hitting the ball. Ways Batsmen can be given out according to cricket rules (No LBW) There are a number of different ways a batsman can be given out in the game of cricket.

When a bowler gets a batsman out it is said that the bowler gets a “wicket”. Following are the different ways a batsman can be given out according to the rules of cricket:

• Bowled – Cricket rules state that if the ball is bowled and hits the striking batsman’s wickets the batsman is given out (as long as at least one bail is removed by the ball). It does not matter whether the ball has touched the batsman’s bat, gloves, body or any other part of the batsman. However the ball is not allowed to have touched another player or umpire before hitting the wickets.

• Caught – Cricket rules state that if a batsman hits the ball or touches the ball at all with his bat or hand/glove holding the bat then the batsman can be caught out. This is done by the fielders, wicket keeper or bowler catching the ball on the full (before it bounces). If this is done then cricket rules state the batsman is out.

• Stumped – A batsman can be given out according to cricket rules when the wicketkeeper puts down his wicket while he is out of his crease and not attempting a run (if he is attempting a run it would be a runout).

• Run Out – Cricket rules state that a batsman is out if no part of his bat or body is grounded behind the popping crease while the ball is in play and the wicket is fairly put down by the fielding side.

• Hit Wicket – Cricket rules specify that if a batsman hits his wicket down with his bat or body after the bowler has entered his delivery stride and the ball is in play then he is out. The striking batsman is also out if he hits his wicket down while setting off for his first run.

• Handled The Ball – Cricket rules allow the batsman to be given out if he willingly handles the ball with the hand that is not touching the bat without the consent of the opposition.

• Timed Out – An incoming batsman must be ready to face a ball or be at the non-strikers end with his partner within three minutes of the outgoing batsman being dismissed. If this is not done the incoming batsman can be given out.

• Hit The Ball Twice – Cricket rules state that if a batsman hits a ball twice other than for the purpose of protecting his wicket or with consent from the opposition he is out.

• Obstructing The Field – A batsman is out if he willingly obstructs the opposition by word or action.

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