Happy Birthday Rahul Dravid: A look at ‘The Wall’s’ legacy as coach and player

Happy Birthday Rahul Dravid: A look at ‘The Wall’s’ legacy as coach and player

By Moneycontrol Sports Desk | January 11, 2025

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Over his illustrious career, he played 164 Tests, accumulating 13,288 runs at an average of 52.31. Dravid registered 36 centuries and 63 half-centuries in red-ball cricket.

Test Career

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Dravid’s ODI journey began in 1996 against Sri Lanka. He went on to play 344 ODIs, scoring 10,889 runs at a strike rate of 71.23.

ODI Career

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Dravid had a notable IPL career, participating in 89 games. He scored 2,174 runs at a strike rate of 115.52, including 11 half-centuries.

T20 and IPL Career

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After retiring from international cricket in 2012, Dravid transitioned seamlessly into coaching and mentoring. He began his post-playing career as a mentor for the RR in 2014.

Transition to coaching

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In 2021, Dravid was appointed as the head coach of the Indian cricket team, succeeding Ravi Shastri.

Head Coach of India

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A crowning achievement came in 2024 when Dravid guided India to victory in the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa in the final to secure India’s second title in the tournament’s history.

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In September 2024, Dravid rejoined the Rajasthan Royals as their head coach, adding another chapter to his remarkable journey in cricket.

Return to IPL coaching

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