News for 'Rahul Dravid'

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

'Love you Dada': Special B'day message for Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Manoj Tiwary and Munaf Patel extended wishes to former India captain Sourav Ganguly on his 52nd birthday.

Dravid's 81 in vain

Dravid's 81 in vain

Rediff.com5 Aug 2003

The India vice-captain couldn't prevent Scotland from crashing to a seven-wicket defeat against Hampshire in a National League one-day match.

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid have praised the composure of young batsmen Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL.

Dravid comes to Kohli's defence

Dravid comes to Kohli's defence

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

But he once again tried to assert that Kohli's form is least of concerns as far as he is concerned and also urged people not to be obsessed about one particular player's numbers.

Dravid heaps praise on Dhoni

Dravid heaps praise on Dhoni

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

The former captain said India deserved to win the Twenty20 World Cup because of their amazing consistency.

Dravid praises Dhoni, Zaheer

Dravid praises Dhoni, Zaheer

Rediff.com14 Feb 2007

The Indian captain said Dhoni has learnt to adapt his game according to the situation.

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'I have always taken pride while donning the Indian jersey during my playing days and it is going to be no different when I take up this new role.'

PICS: Kohli, Rahul hit top gear at training

PICS: Kohli, Rahul hit top gear at training

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Catch glimpses of Kohli and his boys in action at the nets on Sunday.

Dravid no natural catcher: Waugh

Dravid no natural catcher: Waugh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2009

Former Australian star Mark Waugh feels that Rahul Dravid is not a natural slip catcher but has a great concentration which has taken him on the brink of becoming the player with most catches in Test cricket.

Dravid draws inspiration from Tendulkar

Dravid draws inspiration from Tendulkar

Rediff.com24 Dec 2011

Rahul Dravid feared end of his career due to slump in form at one stage but drew inspiration from fellow Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar's fighting spirit to not only revive his career but also emerge as the leading Test run scorer this season.

Dravid rues rain interruption

Dravid rues rain interruption

Rediff.com17 Sep 2006

Captain Rahul Dravid said constantly changing conditions affected India's rhythm in the tri-series match against Australia.

Dravid gets a break; Laxman to coach India in New Zealand

Dravid gets a break; Laxman to coach India in New Zealand

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

NCA head VVS Laxman will be India's acting head coach for the upcoming tour of New Zealand as the Rahul Dravid-led coaching staff has been given a break post the team's semi-final exit from the T20 World Cup.

Axar's batting has come on in leaps and bounds: Dravid

Axar's batting has come on in leaps and bounds: Dravid

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Axar Patel took two wickets before he smashed a swashbuckling 65 off just 31 deliveries in the second T20 against Sri Lanka in Pune on Thursday.

Chappell releases book on Dravid

Chappell releases book on Dravid

Rediff.com18 Nov 2005

Rahul Dravid's biography The Nice Guy Who Finished First was realsed in Bangalore on Thursday.

Dravid shines for Scotland

Dravid shines for Scotland

Rediff.com4 Aug 2003

The India vice-captain scored 69 off 79 balls as Scotland beat Sussex Sharks.

Dravid 'honoured' to lead India

Dravid 'honoured' to lead India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2005

The Indian cricket team's new captain said he is looking forward to meeting up with coach Chappell, the selectors and players to plan for the matches ahead

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Harry Brook matched the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's career-high of 898 rating points in the ICC Test batting rankings.

Dravid hails young guns

Dravid hails young guns

Rediff.com16 Feb 2006

India's captain said the team got its act together after losing the Test series.

I respect Dravid's decision: Pawar

I respect Dravid's decision: Pawar

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

BCCI president Sharad Pawar said Dravid told him that he wants to concentrates totally on his batting.

Dravid equals Gavaskar's record; Congratulate him

Dravid equals Gavaskar's record; Congratulate him

Rediff.com31 Jul 2011

Senior batsman Rahul Dravid struck his 34th Test century to draw level with Sunil Gavaskar and become the joint-second highest century maker from India on the second day of the second Test against England.

Dravid hails Perth victory

Dravid hails Perth victory

Rediff.com19 Jan 2008

'It was a team effort, and I am happy for Kumble and the boys that we came up with a remarkable win,' said the former India captain after India beat Australia by 72 runs to win the third Test.

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja continued his renaissance as a batter, delivering his best-ever outing during the recent Test series in England and joining a list of legends

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

India Will Remember These Pujara Knocks

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara was the cornerstone of the Indian batting line-up in Tests, featuring in 103 matches in which he scored 7,195 runs at an average of 43.60, with 19 centuries.

BCCI appoints Dravid to coach India A, U-19 teams

BCCI appoints Dravid to coach India A, U-19 teams

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

The legendary batsman is likely to tour with India A team while he prepares to shape India's cricketing future

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

'I was clear that if the ball comes in my radar, I will hit it'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'I was preparing for this moment for a long time and I am happy that it worked out the way I wanted.'

A world record for Dravid

A world record for Dravid

Rediff.com25 May 2007

The Indian captain was involved in a world record 106-run partnership with Wasim Jaffer on Friday.

Dravid reveals the greatest pacer he has faced

Dravid reveals the greatest pacer he has faced

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Some of his best centuries have come against the mighty Australian attack which comprised a battery of fearsome pacers, but batting legend Rahul Dravid admitted that the greatest fast bowler he had faced was Aussie Glenn McGrath. "They (Australia) were the best cricket team in my generation. Amongst them all, the greatest bowler that I played against, not only the greatest Australian bowler, but the greatest fast bowler (that) I played against has to be Glean McGrath," said Dravid, who was known for his impeccable defense, at an event in Mumbai.

Wake up call for India! Here's what Dravid needs to do...

Wake up call for India! Here's what Dravid needs to do...

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Following India's ODI series loss to Australia at home, head coach Rahul Dravid has his task cut out with the ODI World Cup set to be held at home later this year.

Dravid decision shocks Bangaloreans

Dravid decision shocks Bangaloreans

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

They were proud that the captain of the Indian cricket team was from their city. However, minutes after the news of Rahul Dravid submitting his resignation as the Indian captain broke, Bangaloreans reacted with shock and surprise.

Dravid heading towards greatness

Dravid heading towards greatness

Rediff.com22 Mar 2005

Dravid aims for consistency

Dravid aims for consistency

Rediff.com4 Sep 2007

The Indian captain is hoping that the team could wind up the tour of UK on a victorious note.

Gavaskar was a huge inspiration: Dravid

Gavaskar was a huge inspiration: Dravid

Rediff.com21 Feb 2009

India batsman Rahul Dravid hailed Sunil Gavaskar as a huge inspiration for himself and his generation of cricketers after releasing the biography on the cricket legend -- "SMG" -- in Mumbai on Saturday. Dravid said Gavaskar still continues to inspire with his leadership qualities even after his cricket career through his stint as a commentator on television.

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule on X.

Dravid's son grabs eyeballs with hundred in school cricket

Dravid's son grabs eyeballs with hundred in school cricket

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Rahul Dravid's elder son Samit has attracted attention by scoring a century in the Karnataka State Cricket Association's (KSCA) BTR Cup Under-14 Inter-School tournament.

PIX: How Team India celebrated T20 World Cup triumph!

PIX: How Team India celebrated T20 World Cup triumph!

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Check out how India's players reacted after victory over South Africa in the final.

Dravid admits collective failure

Dravid admits collective failure

Rediff.com27 May 2006

The Indian captain said his team struggled to get used to the conditions in the Caribbean

IPL teams 'missing a trick' by ignoring Indian coaches: Dravid

IPL teams 'missing a trick' by ignoring Indian coaches: Dravid

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Batting great Rahul Dravid is disappointed at the lack of opportunities for Indian coaches in the Indian Premier League. He feels the franchises are "missing a trick" by not involving them in their support staff.

Samson's influence: RR's retention strategy revealed

Samson's influence: RR's retention strategy revealed

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Sanju Samson influenced former IPL champions Rajasthan Royals' decision to opt for the maximum six retentions, head coach Rahul Dravid said on Monday.

Dravid lauds team's showing

Dravid lauds team's showing

Rediff.com6 Apr 2006

India's captain said the 4-0 lead in the series against England offers the opportunity to try out the younger boys in the team.

The Gill Journey: A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence!

The Gill Journey: A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence!

Rediff.com24 May 2025

'Shubh Aarambh': From Fazilka to Leeds, journey of passionate dad and willing son