BCCI extends Rahul Dravid's term as head coach of Indian men's cricket team
India (BCCI) made a significant announcement on Wednesday, revealing the extension of the contract for Rahul Dravid, the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team. However, the specific duration of this extension has not been disclosed by the board.
The decision to extend Rahul Dravid's tenure comes after constructive discussions between the BCCI and the coach.
Dravid's initial contract concluded following the conclusion of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. The extension reflects the unanimous agreement reached after recognizing Dravid's instrumental role in shaping and guiding the Indian team.
In a press release, the BCCI commended Rahul Dravid for his exceptional professionalism and acknowledged his pivotal role in molding the Indian cricket team.
The board also expressed gratitude towards VVS Laxman for his outstanding contributions, both as the Head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and as the stand-in Head Coach.
The press release quoted BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, who spoke highly of Rahul Dravid's commitment to excellence. Shah emphasized Dravid's influence in transforming Team India into a formidable unit across formats, leading to the team's top ranking in all three formats.
Reflecting on India's recent cricket achievements, Shah applauded the extraordinary World Cup campaign, where the team won 10 consecutive games before the final.
He attributed this success to Dravid's vision, guidance, and strategic roadmap for the team.
The BCCI reiterated its full support for Rahul Dravid as the Head Coach, pledging to provide him with all the necessary support for sustained success at the international level.
«The last two years with Team India have been thoroughly memorable.
