India will open the doors of its National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru to Nepal’s men’s team for a high-performance training camp from August 20 to September 4. The arrangement comes as part of Nepal’s preparation for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup Asia qualifiers. The two-week stint will give the players access to world-class coaching and fitness facilities at the BCCI-run Centre of Excellence. This marks Nepal’s second such visit to the NCA in as many years. The men’s team had also trained in Bengaluru last August, followed by a tri-series involving Baroda and Gujarat state teams. Such interactions have become increasingly common, reflecting India’s consistent support toward Nepal’s cricketing ambitions. Read also: Surrey Plans Emotional Tribute for Graham Thorpe at The Oval Test Ongoing cricket ties mark deepening bilateral sports diplomacy India’s commitment to Nepal’s cricket growth has expanded beyond training support. In January 2023, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met Nepal’s cricketers and Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) officials, reaffirming India’s long-term assistance. Later that year, in March, India helped organize a practice series in Nepal involving Under-19 sides from Nepal and the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). In another step, Nepal’s women’s team trained in Delhi before heading to the Asia Qualifiers in Thailand, where they reached the finals. As quoted by PTI, a senior Indian government official said, “Cricket cooperation has added a new dimension to the deep-rooted and age-old historical ties between India and Nepal, connecting the youth of the two countries through a shared passion for cricket.” These recurring collaborations are grounded in mutual respect and cricket’s growing regional role, offering shared platforms for talent growth and international readiness.