Overview

• India’s new strength and conditioning coach Adrian le Roux has proposed adding the Bronco to existing Yo-Yo and 2km assessments, with trials reported at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence.
• AB de Villiers described the Bronco as one of the toughest tests he has done and warned that high altitude and cold conditions can make it especially taxing.
• Ravichandran Ashwin cautioned that sudden shifts in testing under new trainers can lead to difficulties and potential injuries, urging continuity in fitness systems.
• The Bronco is a continuous shuttle drill of five sets over 20m, 40m and 60m segments, totaling 1,200m, and is widely used in rugby and football.
• Some outlets suggest the Gambhir-led setup may make the test mandatory or has summoned senior players, but these claims remain unconfirmed by BCCI and rely on limited sourcing.