Abhishek Moond and Vasudev Prasad Singh immerse in Australia's fast-bowling culture with Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood
Bihar's Vasudev Prasad Singh and Rajasthan's Abhishek Moond spent two weeks training in Brisbane alongside Australia's Test squad as part of the MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program. During the stint they received instruction and insight on fast bowling, professionalism and preparation from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
The two young Indian pacers participated in a structured exchange that placed them with Australia's Test group in Brisbane for a fortnight. The placement, run under the MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program, gave the players direct access to elite coaching environments and the day-to-day routines of international fast bowlers. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood were identified as key influences during their time with the squad. The arrangement aimed to expose visiting pace talents to practices and standards observed at the top level.
Both Vasudev Prasad Singh and Abhishek Moond worked within the Australian set-up, observing sessions and taking part in training drills alongside the Test squad. The close proximity to international players and support staff allowed them to witness technical work, conditioning routines and preparation methods used by fast bowlers at that level. Their time in Brisbane focused on translating those observations into practical learning.
Instruction from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood emphasized aspects of fast bowling and the accompanying professional habits that underpin sustained performance. The sessions covered on-field mechanics as well as off-field preparation, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the exposure they received. These elements formed a central portion of the exchange experience.
The MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program facilitated the two-week placement and provided the framework for interaction between the Indian pacers and Australia's Test personnel. Training alongside established international bowlers gave Vasudev and Abhishek repeated chances to study technique and routine in a high-performance setting. The program aimed to bridge domestic development pathways with international standards through such placements.
The fortnight in Brisbane offered Vasudev Prasad Singh and Abhishek Moond concentrated exposure to Australia's fast-bowling culture, with Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood playing prominent roles in their learning. The MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program delivered the opportunity for hands-on observation and instruction within an international Test squad environment.
