Rahul Dravid has closely followed Sanju Samson’s journey, from his early days as a talented youngster to his current role as the Rajasthan Royals captain. Having worked with him at different stages, Dravid sees Samson as a leader who has evolved through experience and curiosity. “Captaincy is a skill where the more you do it, … Read more
Rahul Dravid, former India head coach, has been deeply involved in India’s domestic cricket structure. During his tenure with the national team and India A setup, he observed first-hand how the system evolved. For Dravid, the IPL is not just another T20 league; it is an extension of India’s domestic circuit, strategically positioned to strengthen … Read more
From traditional red-ball cricket to the immense popularity of T20s, Rahul Dravid has witnessed the evolution of the game from close quarters. The former India captain and erstwhile national team coach is now back with Rajasthan Royals as its head coach in the Indian Premier League after a decade. He believes that, going forward, it … Read more
Coaching young cricketers is one thing. Coaching them once they’ve matured into professionals is another. Rahul Dravid, who has mentored several Indian stars at the U-19 and NCA levels, has seen this transition firsthand. Having worked closely with players like Riyan Parag and Yashasvi Jaiswal in their formative years, Dravid reflects on how his role … Read more
For Rajasthan Royals, talent development isn’t just a strategy — it’s part of its DNA. The franchise has long been known for backing young and lesser-known players, turning them into impact performers on the IPL stage. The rise of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, and now Vaibhav Suryavanshi is just the latest chapter in … Read more
Few voices in Indian cricket carry the weight of Rahul Dravid’s. The former India coach and current Rajasthan Royals head coach has seen the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction system from both sides — first as a mentor and now as a strategist tasked with navigating its complexities. While acknowledging the frustrations it brings, Dravid … Read more
Rahul Dravid, former India head coach and current Rajasthan Royals mentor, has weighed in on the Impact Player rule, acknowledging its influence on the Indian Premier League (IPL) while expressing concerns from a national team perspective. “It has certainly added a different dynamic,” Dravid told Sportstar in an exclusive interview. “I’ll be honest: when I … Read more
“I play golf every day. That’s part of my routine,” says Javed Burki as we walk around his house in one of the elite neighbourhoods of Islamabad. It has been raining for the past few days, causing the temperature to drop further. As he takes me to his garden, Burki introduces me to his pet … Read more
Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday padded up with his son Anvay to play for Vijaya Cricket Club (Malur) in a Third Division (Group I) match for the Nassur Memorial Shield. Dravid senior, who came to bat at No 6, made 10 off eight balls with a boundary but Anvay scored 58 … Read more
Anvay Dravid, son of former India coach and captain Rahul, walked away with top honours in two sections of the KSCA annual awards, which were distributed here on Saturday. Anvay was presented the award for being the top run-getter in the Vijay Merchant Trophy 2023-24 for the State. A wicketkeeper-batter, Anvay made 357 runs from … Read more