Rajasthan Royals see Rahul Dravid join them ahead of season
What's the story
Rahul Dravid, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach recently suffered a leg injury while playing club cricket in Karnataka with his son Anvay. The former Indian captain injured his left leg in the process. However, despite the injury, Dravid is determined to attend the RR's 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) preparatory camp which begins today (March 12) in Jaipur.
Team update
Rajasthan Royals confirm Dravid's participation
RR confirmed Dravid's injury and his commitment to the training camp on their social media handles. The 2008 IPL champions shared an image of the Indian cricket legend sporting a plaster on his left leg but assured fans that this wouldn't deter him from coaching the team. RR will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign in Hyderabad against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23.
Twitter Post
RR's official update
Head Coach Rahul Dravid, who picked up an injury while playing Cricket in Bangalore, is recovering well and will join us today in Jaipur đŸ’— pic.twitter.com/TW37tV5Isj
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 12, 2025
Franchise connection
Dravid's return to Rajasthan Royals after 10 years
Notably, this season marks Dravid's return to the Rajasthan Royals after a decade-long hiatus. He has previously served as the franchise's captain and mentor. His deep-rooted connection with RR is evident in his dedication to lead them toward their potential second IPL title. Although RR won't play at home until April 13, the team will continue their preparations for IPL 2025 at their base in Jaipur.