Shikhar Dhawan has always believed cricket gave him everything. Now, through Da One Sports, he’s giving back in the most structured way possible. On April 30, 2025, Da One Sports launched its first-ever High Performance Centre (HPC) at the Aditya World Cricket Academy in Gwalior — in partnership with the Madhya Pradesh League and the Bundelkhand Bulls. It’s not just a training facility. It’s the beginning of a nationwide movement.
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Da One HPC Gwalior — Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Aditya World Cricket Academy, Gwalior |
| Founded By | Shikhar Dhawan (Da One Sports) |
| Partners | MP League, Bundelkhand Bulls |
| Technical Director | Saba Karim (Former India Cricketer & National Selector) |
| Mentor | Madan Sharma (Dhawan’s childhood coach) |
| Focus | Talent ID, High Performance, Structured Development |
| Admissions | Open Now |
What Makes This Centre Different?
India has no shortage of cricket academies — but structured, science-backed high performance pathways outside metros remain rare. The Da One HPC bridges that gap by bringing a professional-grade setup to the heartland of Madhya Pradesh.
The centre features turf and synthetic pitches, all-weather training nets, strength and conditioning facilities, and dedicated recovery zones — all backed by certified coaches, performance analysts, and sports science experts. Critically, it also integrates video analysis and performance tracking technology, ensuring athlete development is measurable and progressive, not left to guesswork.
What truly sets it apart is the human expertise steering it. Saba Karim — former India wicketkeeper and national selector — serves as Technical Director, while Madan Sharma, who coached Dhawan as a child, brings grassroots mentorship to the core of the programme. It’s a rare combination of elite-level scouting instinct and proven development wisdom.
The Vision: One Centre Today, A Nation Tomorrow
This Gwalior centre is only the beginning. Da One Sports has been designed as a scalable framework — the first of many HPCs planned across India — built on three core pillars: grassroots access, structured training and mentorship, and long-term performance pathways.
As Dhawan himself put it, the mission is to create a system that nurtures young talent with the right guidance, structure, and mindset — so that the next generation is better equipped than even his own. Regions like Madhya Pradesh, historically rich in cricketing talent but under-resourced in structured development, stand to benefit enormously from this initiative.
Shri Mahanaarayaman Scindia, President of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association, reinforced the broader vision — calling grassroots investment essential for keeping India’s cricket ecosystem sustainable and globally dominant for decades to come.
Aspiring cricketers from the region now have a genuine pathway — not just to local competition, but to professional-level exposure and development. For more cricket development news and sports updates, visit TechnoSports.
What’s Inside the Da One HPC?
The Da One HPC in Gwalior is built for complete athlete development, covering physical, technical, and mental preparation. The programme includes talent identification trials, coaching by certified professionals, performance analytics, sports science support, and a clear competitive pathway from grassroots to elite cricket.
Admissions are open right now for aspiring cricketers looking to take their game to the next level.
For the latest on Indian cricket, player development initiatives, and sports news, head to TechnoSports.
FAQs
Q: Where is Da One Sports’ first High Performance Centre located?
Da One Sports’ first HPC is located at the Aditya World Cricket Academy in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, launched in partnership with the MP League and Bundelkhand Bulls.
Q: Who is leading the Da One High Performance Centre in Gwalior?
Former India cricketer and national selector Saba Karim serves as Technical Director, with mentorship from Madan Sharma — Shikhar Dhawan’s childhood coach.
