The many cricket identities of Rahul Dravid, the model professional
5 months, 2 weeks ago

The many cricket identities of Rahul Dravid, the model professional

Hindustan Times  

When the norm is one Aadhar per person why should Rahul Dravid has multiple identities? According to popular narrative he is variously described as cricket’s master, servant, legend, student, bhai, wall… Prime Minister Narendra Modi with India head coach Rahul Dravid. In the 16 years he played international cricket Dravid was always the selfless team man. When Kevin Pietersen sought help to play on turning tracks, Dravid readily sent him a ‘how to’ mail, a classic coaching lesson. Unlike many cricket superstars, Dravid is normal, with decency and calm dignity as his calling card.

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Rahul Dravid’s funny take on his own biopic, says ’If the money is good enough..’
4 months ago

Rahul Dravid’s funny take on his own biopic, says ’If the money is good enough..’

Live Mint  

In 2016, a biopic on former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni was was released on the silver screen, and it was the most successful biopic on Indian cricketers or sportsperson till now. In his long illustrious career, India's finest all-rounder played active part in lifting two world cup titles – 2007 World T20 and 2011 ODI World Cup. If this …

Rahul Dravid urges kids to lower their bats on receiving guard of honour, hero's welcome in Bengaluru Cricket Academy
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rahul Dravid urges kids to lower their bats on receiving guard of honour, hero's welcome in Bengaluru Cricket Academy

Hindustan Times  

Think of the most ideal farewells in sports, and what comes to mind? Rahul Dravid was moved by this touching gesture from Bengaluru youngsters While all the aforementioned moments stand out in their own way, when it comes to Indian cricket, nothing will top Rahul Dravid ending his career with a T20 World Cup trophy. But even after finishing as …

The Rohit-Rahul legacy is of a different kind
5 months, 3 weeks ago

The Rohit-Rahul legacy is of a different kind

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Rohit Sharma says it as he sees it in press conferences, with plenty of wisecracks and headline-worthy quotes thrown in. Despite Test series wins in the Caribbean and England and striving towards making India a better chasing team in white-ball cricket, Dravid’s captaincy stint was marred by India’s early exit in the 2007 50-over World Cup. When Rohit …

Rahul Dravid finally gets his dues for being Indian cricket's deserving servant amid trials and tribulation
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rahul Dravid finally gets his dues for being Indian cricket's deserving servant amid trials and tribulation

Hindustan Times  

It has taken Rahul Dravid almost three decades to lift a World Cup trophy with the senior team. India's head coach Rahul Dravid after Team India wins the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2024 final. Dravid took over as India head coach almost two and a half years ago after a disastrous showing by the Indian team under Virat Kohli …

Rahul Dravid, the backstage hero of World Cup 2023, has unfinished business with Indian cricket
1 year, 1 month ago

Rahul Dravid, the backstage hero of World Cup 2023, has unfinished business with Indian cricket

Hindustan Times  

As a player, Rahul Dravid never shirked responsibility. Ahmedabad: India's head coach Rahul Dravid with skipper Rohit Sharma after the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 finals Dravid didn’t shy away from off-field responsibilities either, making sure that as captain, he fronted up to the media after every setback while allowing the others to bask in the warm afterglow of …

'Narrowed Down Core Team To 17-18 Players For 2023 ODI World Cup': Rahul Dravid
1 year, 9 months ago

'Narrowed Down Core Team To 17-18 Players For 2023 ODI World Cup': Rahul Dravid

ABP News  

Indian cricket team's head coach Rahul Dravid revealed that the management has narrowed down the core team to “17-18” players for 2023 ODI World Cup. We have narrowed it down to 17-18 players,” Dravid told media on Wednesday ahead of India vs Australia 3rd One-Day-International match at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. Did Rahul Dravid achieve what he had set …

Ex-national selector explains how Dravid can get Kohli back to scoring ways
3 years ago

Ex-national selector explains how Dravid can get Kohli back to scoring ways

Hindustan Times  

Former India national selector Saba Karim believes the very experienced Rahul Dravid, India's head coach, can play a key role in helping Indian Test skipper Virat Kohli get back to scoring ways for the impending three-match Test series against South Africa, while adding that the 33-year-old will face a bigger challenge on the field than the one he is facing …

Dravid is creating a team culture where players thrive, says Rahul
3 years, 1 month ago

Dravid is creating a team culture where players thrive, says Rahul

India TV News  

As part of a new leadership group, India's T20 vice-captain K L Rahul could not be more excited about working with Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma as the head coach is big on setting a good team culture with the new skipper being a tactical genius. With the next edition only 12 months away, Rahul said the team management will …

India head coach Rahul Dravid has a wall to climb
3 years, 1 month ago

India head coach Rahul Dravid has a wall to climb

The Hindu  

Many summers ago, when social media was yet to strike deep roots, propagate free speech or reveal fangs, under the deep blue Bengaluru skies, a phenomenal batter took guard. ‘India-travelling-well’ is a template that Dravid would love to replicate, and readers of a certain vintage would remember that under him, India won away series in England and in the West …

Rahul Dravid has immense depth of knowledge, amazing vision: Ashwin
3 years, 1 month ago

Rahul Dravid has immense depth of knowledge, amazing vision: Ashwin

The Hindu  

Before being recalled into India’s T20 squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, the last time Ravichandran Ashwin played in India’s blues was way back in July 2017. After a point in time, more than trying to prove anybody else right or wrong, it’s more about trying to prove it to yourself and also have something to achieve for the …

Rahul Dravid, a fresh beginning with new challenges
3 years, 1 month ago

Rahul Dravid, a fresh beginning with new challenges

The Hindu  

Most of the youngsters in the Indian cricket team have a Rahul Dravid story to share. Former India cricketer M. S. K. Prasad, who worked closely with Dravid during his tenure as the chief national selector, highlighted the importance of the appointment. Dravid polished players such as Prithvi Shaw, Ishan Kishan, Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Siraj, Mayank Agarwal, Shubman …

'You're not going to see players like him everyday': Kaif expects Dravid to look after India bowler with 'unique talent'
3 years, 5 months ago

'You're not going to see players like him everyday': Kaif expects Dravid to look after India bowler with 'unique talent'

Hindustan Times  

The upcoming series between India and Sri Lanka is Rahul Dravid's first official assignment with the senior men's team as head coach. Mohammad Kaif feels Rahul Dravid will manage the gifted India bowler. This time around, the youngsters in the team, most of whom have already worked under Dravid, will re-unite with their mentor as they gear up to present …

SL vs IND: Rahul Dravid's probation as coach begins now in Sri Lanka
3 years, 5 months ago

SL vs IND: Rahul Dravid's probation as coach begins now in Sri Lanka

India TV News  

Rahul Dravid has already taken meaningful steps as a cricket coach and his probation begins with his first assignment with a ‘senior India team that is touring Sri Lanka. Dravid's real test begins now as he accompanies a second string India team to Sri Lanka for a short limited-over series starting next month; the senior team is in England for …

Rahul Dravid made me understand importance of switching off from cricket, says Cheteshwar Pujara
4 years, 5 months ago

Rahul Dravid made me understand importance of switching off from cricket, says Cheteshwar Pujara

Firstpost  

Pujara said he is thankful to Dravid for teaching him how to keep personal and professional lives separate. India’s Test batting mainstay Cheteshwar Pujara cannot describe in words the influence that Rahul Dravid has had on his life but says he will always remain grateful to him for teaching the importance of switching off from cricket. Often compared to Dravid, …

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