The effect of starting grain size on the evolution of microstructure and texture in nickel during processing by cross-rolling

► The effect of starting grain size on cross-rolling texture is reported in nickel. ► Two nickel sheets with 36 μm (fine) and 800 μm (coarse) are investigated. ► Copper type texture developed in straight rolling irrespective of the grain size. ► BS and rotated BS orientations are observed in cross-rolled fine grained material. ► Above components are absent in cross-rolled coarse grained material.