Rahul Dravid’s tenure as India’s head coach ended after the T20 World Cup triumph. As a player, the 51-year-old had almost won a lot but failed to win the World Cup. He was an integral part of the Indian team that reached the final of the 2003 ODI World Cup and was soundly beaten by Australia in the tournament.
Dravid faced a lot of disappointments when he pursued to coaching. India had heartbreak during his tenure, including losing to England in the 2022 T20 World Cup in the semi-final and defeats to Australia in the final of the 2023 World Test Championship and the ODI World Cup It came. His determination to quit work as head coach of this … The ODI World Cup was almost tough, but an important call from captain Rohit Sharma changed the course of events
Throughout their association in recent years, Rohit and Rahul have been tirelessly dedicated to the development of Indian cricket. Under their guidance, the Men in Blue ended up number 1 in all the 3 formats of the game, dominating at home and consistently beating formidable opponents like Australia, England, New Zealand and South Africa in Test cricket in India went through a phase of transformation under their stewardship to win an important series against England at home, the iconic -And a place in the World Test Championship final.
Rohit Sharma wrote: “Since my childhood days I have looked up to you just like billions of others but I was lucky enough to get to work with you this closely. You are an absolute stalwart of this game but you left all of your accolades and achievements at the door and walked in as our coach and came on a level where we all felt comfortable enough to say just about anything to you. I have learnt so much from you and every memory will be cherished.”
He added: “My wife refers to you as my work wife, and I’m lucky to get to call you that too. Rahul bhai it has been an absolute privilege to get to call you my confidant, my coach and my friend.”
Rahul Dravid too has been vocal about his fondness for Rohit Sharma and has stated that more than the player, he is going to miss the skipper as a person for the bond they have shared.
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