Rahul Dravid Opens Up About “Family’s Sacrifices” as He Commits to Extended Tenure as Head Coach of Indian Cricket Team

Indian cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid has extended his contract following the team’s runners-up finish in the ODI World Cup 2023. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the extension of Dravid’s contract, along with his support staff, on Wednesday. Known for his dedication and passion for the sport, Dravid has often highlighted the sacrifices made by cricketers’ families. In expressing his gratitude, Dravid thanked his family for their unwavering support behind the scenes.

Reflecting on his time with the Indian team, Dravid expressed his pride in the team’s culture and camaraderie. He emphasized the importance of following the right process and sticking to preparations, which has had a significant impact on the team’s overall performance. Dravid acknowledged the BCCI and its Office Bearers for their trust, endorsement of his vision, and support during his tenure.

The role of the head coach requires considerable time away from home, and Dravid recognized the sacrifices and support of his family. Their instrumental role behind the scenes has been invaluable, and he expressed deep appreciation for their contributions. As the team prepares for new challenges after the World Cup, Dravid reaffirmed their commitment to excellence.

Dravid’s two-year tenure with the Indian team concluded with a loss to Australia in the World Cup final. However, his leadership saw the team achieve an impressive streak of 10 successive wins in the premier tournament. Prior to his role as head coach, Dravid had replaced Ravi Shastri as the team’s coach after the T20 World Cup in 2021. His initial two-year term was extended to include the ODI World Cup.

Under Dravid’s guidance, the Indian team also finished as runners-up in the last World Test Championship, where they lost to Australia in the final. Dravid’s contribution to Indian cricket has been widely recognized, and his extension as head coach reflects the BCCI’s confidence in his abilities.

The news article was written with inputs from PTI.