While accessing the site allows you to explore Cricket Star, registering entitles you to a whole array of information: exclusive photos and videos, access to articles on the action, and news and information related to participation on Cricket Star.

2. When I sign up for Cricket Star, what’s in it for me?

Not only is Cricket Star the first of its kind reality TV cricket talent hunt, it is a tremendous opportunity for those that do make the cut to join the select few in the Cricket Star Academy and showcase their cricketing skills and talent in front of millions of television viewers.

To top it all, the winner of the Cricket Star talent search stands to earn an entire year’s all expenses stint at one of England’s most prestigious clubs, the Leicestershire County Cricket Club, not to mention, instant stardom and celebrity status.

3. I do not play professional cricket. Can I still be a part of Cricket Star?

Yes, absolutely! Even those who have not had formal cricket training can participate in the Cricket Star India Programme. The tests conducted will not vary according to a player’s profile, age or gender.

4. What is the eligibility criterion I must keep in mind when applying for Cricket Star?

While Cricket Star requires no formal cricket training for participation, the reality TV cricket talent search follows eligibility guidelines: (a) The competition is open to all Indians above the age of 15 years, with no fixed upper age limit.

Even Non-resident Indians (NRIs) are eligible to participate. But please note, an Indian contact number will need to be provided for further correspondence. (b) Cricket Star India Programme is unique in that it is open to both men and women. However, every applicant will be put through the same tests and challenges during the regional selection trials. (c) Cricket Star India Programme also makes it apparent that those who have played cricket at the inter-state level or the national level are not eligible to participate.

5. Can exception be made for non-Indians with a talent for cricket?

Sorry, but the Cricket Star India Programme is targeted only at Indian citizens. However, keep coming back to the website as Cricket Star could soon come to your country. In the meantime, keep up the good work in the nets!

6. Where do I apply?

The application form to participate in the Cricket Star India Programme will soon be available on the website. Telephone numbers will be subsequently displayed where applications can be registered via landline as well as mobile numbers.

7. Does registration via telephone ensure my selection on the show?

No, there is a preset procedure after registration wherein the candidates will be narrowed down. Those selected will attend the regional selection trials and only upon qualification will they have entry and access to the Cricket Star Academy.

8. What is the concept of regional selection trials?

Auditions held in predetermined cities across the country will constitute the regional selection trials. Dates, timelines and venues will be notified to the short-listed candidates who will then undergo tests based on their cricketing skills by a panel of eminent judges comprising of some of the best former selectors and former Test cricketers.

9. What will I be tested on in the regional selection trials?

The tests conducted at the regional selection trials will be the same for both men and women. The candidates will be tested on their cricketing skills and scrutinised by judges who will include prominent former selectors as well as former Test cricketers.

10. How can get more information on the programme?

Subscribing to the Cricket Star updates while registering on the website will provide quick and easy access to all news and information pertaining to the Cricket Star India Programme, the application dates, contact telephone numbers and process, schedules and timelines, articles about the show, and so on.