Jeevan Reddy Charts HCA's Bold Shift From Discord to Development
After years marked by boardroom disputes and administrative turbulence, the Hyderabad Cricket Association appears ready to turn the page. Newly empowered HCA president Jeevan Reddy has outlined an ambitious roadmap that shifts focus firmly from internal politics to tangible cricketing infrastructure, signalling what many hope is a genuine reset for the region's cricket ecosystem.
Speaking about the association's priorities, Reddy confirmed that plans are underway for a state-of-the-art cricket stadium designed to meet modern international standards. Alongside this marquee project, HCA intends to roll out a network of training academies spread across Telangana, aiming to reach young cricketers well beyond the traditional Hyderabad city circuit. The idea, according to those familiar with the plan, is to decentralise talent identification and give district-level players access to quality coaching and facilities that were previously concentrated in one location.
Rebuilding Trust Alongside Infrastructure
CricketBuzz understands that the emphasis on infrastructure is as much about rebuilding stakeholder confidence as it is about bricks and mortar. Years of factional disputes within HCA had reportedly stalled development projects and created uncertainty among players, coaches, and support staff. Reddy's administration is now positioning itself as one focused on stability, with governance reforms expected to accompany the infrastructure push so that projects aren't derailed by future leadership changes.
As CricketBuzz reported earlier, Telangana cricket has long possessed a deep pool of talent that has occasionally struggled to translate into sustained success at the national level, partly due to inconsistent grassroots support. The proposed academies could address this gap directly, offering structured pathways for young cricketers in smaller towns who previously had limited exposure to formal training. Officials associated with the plan say partnerships with schools and local clubs are also being explored to widen the base further.
While execution timelines remain to be finalised, the announcement has been welcomed by former players and cricketing stakeholders in the state who see it as a long-overdue course correction. Whether HCA can sustain this momentum beyond the announcement stage will be the real test of Reddy's leadership. For now, though, the message from HCA is unmistakably clear: the association wants to be remembered for stadiums and academies, not squabbles. Stay with CricketBuzz for more updates as this story develops.