In a recent piece of news, the Indian Cricket Board confirmed the extension of the head coach of the Indian team, Rahul Dravid. The decision came after a discussion between Rahul Dravid and the Indian Cricket Board. Apart from this, the Board also extended the contract of the support staff, alongside coach Dravid, who was active with the team in the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023.
“The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announces the extension of contracts for Head Coach Mr. Rahul Dravid and the Support Staff of Team India (Senior Men). The BCCI engaged in productive discussions with Mr Rahul Dravid after the term of his contract ended following the recently concluded ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and unanimously agreed to further the tenure,” reads the official statement of Indian Cricket Board through an official media release.
"I thank the BCCI and the Office Bearers for placing their trust in me." - Rahul Dravid on extension as head coach
The head coach Rahul Dravid also spoke after the extension of his coaching tenure with the Indian Cricket Team. He also extended his gratitude to the Indian Cricket Board for their cooperation and support throughout his coaching journey.
“The last two years with Team India have been thoroughly memorable. Together, we have witnessed the highs and lows, and throughout this journey, the support and camaraderie within the group have been phenomenal. I am genuinely proud of the culture we have set in the dressing room. It's a culture that stands resilient, whether in moments of triumph or adversity,” said Rahul Dravid after the announcement of his extension as head coach.
“The skills and talent that our team possesses are phenomenal, and what we've stressed is following the right process and sticking to our preparations, which has had a direct impact on the overall result. I thank the Indian Cricket Board and the Office Bearers for placing their trust in me, endorsing my vision, and providing support during this period. The demands of this role necessitate considerable time away from home, and I deeply appreciate my family's sacrifices and support,” he added later.
Here’s how fans reacted to the extension for Rahul Dravid as the head coach:
Ye Sahi h koi dusra ni chahiye abhi
— Golden Vlogs (@GoldenOfficial0) November 29, 2023
Bas kohli rohit bhi continue kare..!!
— Anurag Pandey (@AnuragP94729582) November 29, 2023
Now our Indian Team will become stronger.
— Vishal (@VishalMalvi_) November 29, 2023
RAHUL DRAVID - the great wall! Icon of his time!
— Abdul Rehman (@abdulraymann) November 29, 2023
Great decision
— TOP 10 OF EVERYTHING (@top10ofeveryT) November 29, 2023
one of the best thing has ever done by BCCI
I like Dravid, but Indian cricket has to introduce a culture of accountability. We haven’t won anything in a decade; we must start winning trophies now. It’s high time.
— Pratik (@fake_engineer7) November 29, 2023
He is a good coach.. Not bad to continue with him 👍🏼
— Sanjumon (@starringSANJU) November 29, 2023
He should mentor team till 2027 maybe. His work is in right direction.
— Vikramaditya Jain (@quirky_vk) November 29, 2023
Yayyy 🙌 India will perform very well under his coaching
— Hareem (@urfavloss) November 29, 2023
Rohit-Virat will also be there 🥹🥹
— AD⚡ (@Dvies_jr) November 29, 2023