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The associations earlier followed a mark of 16.5 as cut-off for yo-yo but showed leniency by selecting even those who posted 14 as, unlike the Virat Kohli-Ravi Shastri era, there was no strict directive from the Indian cricket board. Compared to the world standards, India's Yo-Yo marker wasn't stiff but even then plenty of superstars found it difficult to pass the assessment between what became the dreaded cones in Indian cricket.

Shubman Gill, recovering from a viral flu, is expected to arrive in Bengaluru to begin Asia Cup preparations at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. He will undergo assessment and training due to unsuitable facilities near his home, and is likely to depart for Dubai from Bengaluru, joining other squad members.

Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, is set to undergo fitness assessments at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru starting September 13, including the newly-introduced Bronco Test. He'll also practice there to prepare for the Australia white-ball tour in November.

Suryakumar Yadav recovered from an injury sustained near the end of IPL 2025. He spent weeks at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. There, he underwent a structured rehabilitation process. Yadav praised the facility and staff for their support. He focused on mindset and physical recovery. Now, Suryakumar Yadav is fit.