News for 'Rahul Dravid'

Will Dravid seek contract renewal after World Cup?

Will Dravid seek contract renewal after World Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

His two-year contract will expire at the end of ODI World Cup but head coach Rahul Dravid's future will be followed keenly in case the Indian team lifts the coveted trophy.

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Former India spinner Murali Kartik has opened up on his cricketing journey, crediting West Indies cricket and the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers for inspiring him to pursue a career in cricket.

Dravid does not get enough credit for captaincy: Gambhir

Dravid does not get enough credit for captaincy: Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Former opener Gautam Gambhir believes that batting great Rahul Dravid is the country's most "under-rated" captain, who never got enough credit for his contribution to the game in India despite making an impact comparable to only Sachin Tendulkar. Dravid captained India in 79 ODIs, winning 42 of them, which includes the world record of 14 successive wins while chasing. The 47-year-old also led India's Test team to some impressive results in away series in West Indies, South Africa, Bangladesh and England.

Is THIS the reason Rajasthan Royals are collapsing?

Is THIS the reason Rajasthan Royals are collapsing?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid acknowledged concerns about the team's death bowling performance in the ongoing IPL but expressed confidence in their ability to improve execution in upcoming matches.

Dravid on 'time-out' drama: You can't blame somebody for following rules

Dravid on 'time-out' drama: You can't blame somebody for following rules

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Angelo Mathews' first-of-its-kind timed out dismissal against Bangladesh in a World Cup match has again stirred the debate about 'Spirit of Cricket' and India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday said a player should be allowed to follow the rules of the game to the letter, if he wishes so.

Can't see any of my batsman taking backward step: Dravid

Can't see any of my batsman taking backward step: Dravid

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Head coach Rahul Dravid did not see Indian batters replying to England's 'Bazball' in kind but he said they will not be taking a backward step in the five-match Test series beginning in Hyderabad from Thursday.

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Gill's Historic 200 Rewrites Record Books

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill has not just scored a double hundred; he's rewritten the record books.

Can AI help save cricket careers?

Can AI help save cricket careers?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'...you can't become a slave of it, but certainly there are huge advantages to using Artificial Intelligence.'

We've really found people who have stepped up: Dravid lauds youngsters

We've really found people who have stepped up: Dravid lauds youngsters

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Young Indian players showed immense fortitude to tide over the absence of stars like Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami to out-punch England 4-1 in the Test series, and head coach Rahul Dravid lauded them for delivering in crunch situations.

Bahutule to mentor Royals' spinners in IPL 2025

Bahutule to mentor Royals' spinners in IPL 2025

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Former India cricketer Sairaj Bahutule is set to join Rajasthan Royals as a spin bowling coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Will KL Rahul be the next Dravid?

Will KL Rahul be the next Dravid?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

The 21-year-old from Karnataka has not only captured the attention of eminent coaches in his state, but even the great Rahul Dravid.

On Dravid's advice, Arshdeep Singh joins Kent

On Dravid's advice, Arshdeep Singh joins Kent

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

To sharpen his red-ball skills, Indian seamer Arshdeep Singh will play for Kent in the upcoming English County season.

Here's what Dravid has to say on Umran's debut

Here's what Dravid has to say on Umran's debut

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

Rahul Dravid gave clear hints on Tuesday that pace sensation Umran Malik might have to wait for his turn.

Kohli surpasses Dravid's run record!

Kohli surpasses Dravid's run record!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Virat Kohli surpassed Rahul Dravid to become the second highest run-scorer for India in international cricket.

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Rohit, Dravid will find way to succeed: Ganguly on ICC World Cup 2023

'Honest' Dravid will do remarkable job as India coach: Ganguly

'Honest' Dravid will do remarkable job as India coach: Ganguly

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly believes his former teammate Rahul Dravid has all the attributes for becoming successful in his current role as the coach of the Indian cricket team.

Dravid opens up on dealing with Kohli's rough patch

Dravid opens up on dealing with Kohli's rough patch

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Kohli knows when to be aggressive and when to control the game: Dravid

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The most famous cricket umpire of his time has left the ground forever.

'Gambhir will be brilliant as India coach'

'Gambhir will be brilliant as India coach'

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Former England cricketer Graeme Swann believes Kolkata Knight Riders team mentor Gautam Gambhir will be a 'brilliant' head coach for India.

Patidar's Trophy Glance Stuns RCB Fans

Patidar's Trophy Glance Stuns RCB Fans

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

During the pre-match press conference, Patidar locked eyes with the trophy -- a long, lingering stare. Social media lit up. The moment instantly reminded fans of Rohit Sharma's haunting glance at the 2023 World Cup trophy, hours before India's heartbreaking loss in the final.

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Shami or SKY? Dravid keeps everyone guessing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Surya was hit just above right wrist by a throwdown from Raghavendra and immediately left the nets writhing in pain.

What's Dravid Doing in Dhawan's Video?

What's Dravid Doing in Dhawan's Video?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

'Only Shikhar can pull these stunts.'

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

PIX: Jaiswal's century powers India to series win!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his maiden ODI hundred to power India to a 2-1 series win after they thrashed against South Africa by nine wickets in the third and final ODI.

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwary, along with the Royals management, Dravid, and Vaibhav's father Sanjiv, are trying to create a safety net around the teenager, whose life has changed after becoming the youngest ever centurion in IPL's history.

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The defeat in the Centurion Test was India's fifth in a row in SENA countries under Head Coach Rahul Dravid.

Six captains in eight months wasn't planned: Dravid

Six captains in eight months wasn't planned: Dravid

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Dravid took over, India have had Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya as national captains

India coach Dravid defends declaration timing

India coach Dravid defends declaration timing

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

India's head coach Rahul Dravid dismissed the suggestion that the timing of their declaration may have cost them victory in the drawn opening Test against New Zealand.

Could one of them succeed Dravid as India's next Head Coach?

Could one of them succeed Dravid as India's next Head Coach?

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Here are some of the big names who could be interested in applying for the post.

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

From Rajkot's maidans to cricket's grandest arenas, Cheteshwar Pujara carved a niche as the bedrock of India's Test side. He is one of only 14 Indians to feature in more than 100 Tests, and his innings often defined India's most memorable triumphs.

Dravid, Hardik & Co Wish Pant Speedy Recovery

Dravid, Hardik & Co Wish Pant Speedy Recovery

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

'The whole team and the whole nation is behind you', Hardik Pandya told Rishabh Pant.

Did senior players scuttle Dravid's plans for Team India?

Did senior players scuttle Dravid's plans for Team India?

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Dravid was really invested in India becoming the best team in the world.' 'Sadly, not everyone in the team had the same feeling. They would rather concentrate on being in the team.'

Saha on sticky wicket after comments on Ganguly, Dravid

Saha on sticky wicket after comments on Ganguly, Dravid

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Many believe that Saha should have refrained from making his conversations with Dravid public

V V S Laxman to replace Dravid as India head coach?

V V S Laxman to replace Dravid as India head coach?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Rahul Dravid's two-year contract ended after the World Cup and he is unlikely to seek an extension or accept one if offered by the BCCI.

Dravid doesn't want to be 'too harsh' on younger crop of batters, but...

Dravid doesn't want to be 'too harsh' on younger crop of batters, but...

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Rahul Dravid doesn't want to be "too harsh" while judging the younger crop of batters but the India head coach wants them to develop their own methods for countering spin-friendly conditions.

Can Dravid Better Shastri?

Can Dravid Better Shastri?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The tough part about coaching is that you have to trouble the comfortable, and comfort the troubled, observes Sandeep Goyal.

'Kohli would've won Lord's Test comfortably for India'

'Kohli would've won Lord's Test comfortably for India'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Former England quick Steve Harmison believes that if batting maestro Virat Kohli were batting at his usual No. 4 position in the third Test against England at Lord's, India would have chased down the target of 193 and taken a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.

Dravid ideal candidate to coach youngsters: Pietersen

Dravid ideal candidate to coach youngsters: Pietersen

Rediff.com7 Jun 2015

BCCI's decision to appoint Rahul Dravid as India A and under-19 cricket coach is being lauded not just in the country but also far away in England where maverick batsman Kevin Pietersen has termed it an "absolutely brilliant" move.

Dravid invited to speak at MIT sports analytics conference

Dravid invited to speak at MIT sports analytics conference

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

At this virtual conference, Dravid will also be joined by former cricketer and coach Gary Kirsten and former England women's cricketer and commentator Isa Guha.

Head coach hopeful Langer bows out: Rahul's 'pressure bomb' deters him

Head coach hopeful Langer bows out: Rahul's 'pressure bomb' deters him

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Justin Langer has taken himself out of contention for the head coach position of the Indian cricket team.

T20 World Cup: Dravid expects no complacency from India

T20 World Cup: Dravid expects no complacency from India

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

With the top two from the group set to advance, India and Bangladesh each have four points, with Dravid's side having the edge on net run rate.