“The BCCI engaged in productive discussions with Rahul Dravid after the time period of his contract ended following the just lately concluded ICC Males’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and unanimously agreed to additional the tenure,” the board stated in an announcement on Wednesday (November 29).
“The Board acknowledges Dravid’s instrumental function in moulding the Indian Staff and commends his distinctive professionalism. The Board additionally appreciates VVS Laxman for his exemplary roles as Head of NCA and because the stand-in head coach. Much like their legendary on-field partnerships, Dravid and Laxman have labored intently in driving Indian Cricket ahead” the assertion added.
Batting coach Vikram Rathour, fielding coach T Dilip, and bowling coach Paras Mhambrey will proceed their roles with Staff India, because the BCCI has prolonged the contracts of the assist employees.
Dravid’s second tenure as the pinnacle coach of Staff India will begin with the South Africa tour ranging from December 10, that includes three ODIs and T20Is every, together with two Exams. The red-ball leg is ready to kick off on December 26.
Following this, there can be a five-match Check collection towards England at residence, main as much as the ICC T20 World Cup in June, to be held within the West Indies/USA.
Dravid took over from Ravi Shastri after a disappointing ICC T20 World Cup in 2021, the place India exited within the Tremendous 12 stage. Initially appointed for a two-year time period, Dravid’s tenure concluded with India’s runners-up end within the just lately concluded ICC Cricket World Cup at residence.
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On the contract extention, Dravid stated, “The final two years with Staff India have been completely memorable. Collectively, now we have witnessed the highs and lows, and all through this journey, the assist and camaraderie throughout the group have been phenomenal. I’m genuinely happy with the tradition now we have set within the dressing room. It is a tradition that stands resilient, whether or not in moments of triumph or adversity. The talents and expertise that our staff possesses are phenomenal, and what we have pressured is following the correct course of and sticking to our preparations, which has had a direct impression on the general end result.”
“I thank the BCCI and the Workplace Bearers for putting their belief in me, endorsing my imaginative and prescient, and offering assist throughout this era. The calls for of this function necessitate appreciable time away from residence, and I deeply recognize my household’s sacrifices and assist. Their instrumental function behind the scenes has been invaluable. As we embrace new challenges publish the World Cup, we stay dedicated to the pursuit of excellence,” he added.
