IPL 2025: Injured Head Coach Rahul Dravid Attends Rajasthan Royals’ Pre-Season Camp on Crutches (Watch Video)
Despite the pain, he battled on, scoring 43 off 66 balls in a crucial fourth-wicket stand with Anvay. However, Vijaya CC ultimately lost the match. Dravid earlier last month marked his first club appearance in 13 years in a league match. There, he partnered with Anvay, who impressed with a 60-ball 58, while Dravid chipped in with 10 runs.
Mumbai, March 13: Despite sustaining a leg injury while playing in a local league match, Indian stalwart and new Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid attended the team's IPL pre-season training session, displaying his full commitment. Last week, Dravid had injured his left calf muscle while batting for Vijaya Cricket Club against Jayanagar Cricketers in the Karnataka State Cricket Association Group I, Division 2 semifinal for the Sri Nassur Memorial Shield. Rahul Dravid Suffers Injury While Playing Cricket in Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals' Head Coach To Join Team's IPL 2025 Camp on March 12.
In a video shared by the franchise in their official social media handle, Dravid was seen making his first appearance at the Royals' camp, arriving in a golf cart before switching to crutches for mobility.
Rahul Dravid Attends RR's Pre-Season Camp
Rajasthan Royals' Tweet
The Royals earlier confirmed that Dravid suffered the injury while playing for Vijaya Cricket Club. Although his left leg was secured in a medical walking boot, Dravid remained actively involved in the session despite his injury He shook hands with players, before engaging in discussions with young talents like Riyan Parag, and shared a moment with Yashasvi Jaiswal as the young India opener was seen demonstrating shadow shots while seeking the legendary batter's advice.
Seated with crutches in hand, Dravid closely observed the entire session on Wednesday. The 52-year-old, playing alongside his 16-year-old son Anvay, appeared in discomfort just two deliveries into his innings after reportedly pulling a calf muscle.
Despite the pain, he battled on, scoring 43 off 66 balls in a crucial fourth-wicket stand with Anvay. However, Vijaya CC ultimately lost the match. Dravid earlier last month marked his first club appearance in 13 years in a league match. There, he partnered with Anvay, who impressed with a 60-ball 58, while Dravid chipped in with 10 runs. Rajasthan Royals Captain Sanju Samson Opens Up About Jos Buttler’s Departure From RR, Says ‘I Would Change the Rule of Releasing Players in IPL’ (Watch Video).
Dravid took over as Rajasthan Royals' head coach after his successful stint as India's head coach from 2022 to 2024, which culminated in their T20 World Cup triumph. He will work closely with captain Sanju Samson and director of cricket Kumar Sangakkara as the Royals.
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