Parvinder Awana to Lead BCCI Junior Cricket Committee
Former India pacer Parvinder Awana leads the new BCCI Junior Cricket Committee to shape the future of young cricketers.
In a move to strengthen the pipeline of young talent in Indian cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed former national fast bowler Parvinder Awana as the Chairman of the Junior Cricket Committee. The appointment comes after a rigorous selection process, which included a detailed screening and interviews of candidates conducted by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC).
A Powerhouse Committee for Youth Development
Alongside Awana, the BCCI has named three seasoned experts as members of the committee: Krishna Das, Rakesh Patel, and N. Arjun Yadav. While the committee currently consists of four members, the BCCI has indicated that a fifth member will be appointed in the near future to complete the panel.
Meet the Chairman: Parvinder Awana
Parvinder Awana brings a wealth of experience from both the playing field and the coaching dugout. During his active career, Awana represented India in two T20 Internationals and was a mainstay in domestic cricket, featuring in 62 First-Class matches where he claimed 191 wickets. His playing journey included stints with Delhi, India A, and the Rest of India, as well as a tenure in the IPL with Kings XI Punjab (now known as Punjab Kings).
Transitioning into mentorship after retirement, Awana has been deeply involved in grassroots development. He has coached Delhi’s U16, U19, and U23 teams, worked with the India U19 squad, and contributed to various BCCI/COE high-performance programmes.
The Supporting Experts
The other appointed members bring diverse regional and technical expertise to the table:
- Krishna Das: A former fast bowler for Assam and Goa, Das played 49 First-Class matches, taking 166 wickets. He has represented India U19 and India A and has previously served as the bowling coach for India U19 and the Uttarakhand Ranji Trophy team.
- Rakesh Patel: Having represented Gujarat and Baroda, as well as India A, Patel is a veteran of the Duleep, Deodhar, and Irani Trophies. His coaching portfolio includes roles with Baroda and Gujarat across U19, U23, and senior levels, most recently serving as the Head Coach of the Baroda U23 team for the 2025-26 season.
- N. Arjun Yadav: A member of India’s historic 2000 U19 World Cup-winning squad, Yadav played 83 First-Class matches for Hyderabad. He has since transitioned into leadership roles, serving as the Head Coach for Hyderabad's senior and U23 teams, and has been a BCCI Match Referee since 2022.
With this blend of playing pedigree and coaching experience, the new Junior Cricket Committee is poised to oversee the growth and technical development of India's next generation of cricketing stars.