Khelo More Sports, a digital platform that brings together the largest community of recreational and semi-professional sports participants in a pioneering partnership with Cricket Victoria, the governing body for cricket in the state of Victoria, announces the launch of the Melbourne Cricket Academy (MCA) in India.
An initiative by Jatin Paranjape, Former Indian International cricketer and CEO of KheloMore Sports, it aims to unite cricketing cultures and foster a new era of cricket development and excellence between India and Victoria. The collaboration aspires to introduces the MCA into the Indian School system, offering unparalleled cricket coaching and development opportunities. With the launch of the academy, it is set to revolutionize how cricket is taught and played in India, by providing high-quality, structured training programs designed by Cricket Victoria, an institution with a rich legacy of nurturing world-class talent.
`The MCA offers a comprehensive cricket coaching program broken into three 12-week blocks designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel in the game. Through tailored coaching sessions, and mentorship opportunities, participants will experience personal and athletic growth while forging lifelong connections with fellow cricket enthusiasts.
For Indian schools, the MCA presents a unique opportunity to enhance their sports curriculum and enrich the educational experience of their students. By participating with the MCA, schools gain access to accredited coaching expertise, and the chance to showcase their commitments to holistic student development.
Jatin Paranjape, CEO of KheloMore Sports, expressed his enthusiasm about this landmark collaboration, “Launching the Melbourne Cricket Academy in India with Cricket Victoria is a proud moment for us at KheloMore. This venture is much more than a cricket academy; it’s a commmitment to enriching the experience of our young cricket crazy consumers by providing certified coaches equipped with future-ready curriculum. KheloMore will also enable Melbourne Cricket Academy’s certification courses to reach thousands of Coaches across India. We are excited to see the positive impact this will have on nurturing future cricketing talent in India.”
Nick Cummins, CEO Cricket Victoria, said that the MCA was an important strategic opportunity. Adding further to this he said, “We want to see the Melbourne Cricket Academy build on the legacy of cricket excellence in India. By providing a platform for aspiring cricketers to hone their skills, we aim to inspire a new generation of cricketing ambassadors who will champion the spirit of cricket on the global stage.”
He also shared that the program has been designed by Cricket Victoria, the cricket system that has developed international players for over one hundred years, from the great Shane Warne to modern stars like Glenn Maxwell and Meg Lanning and now invite young cricketers and schools in India to be part of a transformative journey in cricket education.
Former Australian all-rounder David Hussey, who now leads Cricket Victoria’s men’s cricket coaching division, expressed his optimism about the collaboration between the Melbourne Cricket Academy and KheloMore in fostering the passion for the game among the young cricketers.
From grassroots initiatives to elite athlete development programs, KheloMore Sports with 1200+ sports venue partners, 2 lac+ downloads and 2.75 lac+ registered users on the app stands as a testament to inclusivity, cutting-edge technology, and community engagement. The platform ‘s success is evident with significant investments from prominent backers such as Dream 11, Ashwin Damera, Founder of Eruditus and Gaurav Deepak, Founder of Avendus Capital.
