Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals camp after leg injury
What's the story
Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid has rejoined his team's training camp in Jaipur. This comes just a week after he suffered a leg injury while playing club cricket in Bengaluru. The injury had occurred during a match where Dravid was playing with his younger son, Anvay. However, despite the setback, he is now back with the team as they gear up for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Here's more.
Match details
Dravid's club cricket match ends in disappointment
Dravid was playing in the KSCA Group III league tournament in Bengaluru, representing Vijaya Cricket Club. The former India captain made a commendable effort to help his team get promoted. However, the Vijaya Cricket Club lost the semi-final to Jayanagar Cricketers by five wickets. This was Dravid's second appearance in two weeks for his club team.
Injury details
Dravid's injury occurred during a challenging match
Dravid's leg injury happened when Vijaya Cricket Club were reeling at 12 for three. He walked onto the field to bat with his son, Anvay. However, discomfort in his leg struck just two balls into his innings. Despite the pain, Dravid added a 66-ball 43-run stand with Anvay before retiring hurt on 29 due to a calf muscle strain.
Coaching stint
Dravid's return to Rajasthan Royals after a decade
Notably, Dravid's return to the Rajasthan Royals will be his first appearance in their dugout in over a decade. Notably, he had led the Royals as captain in IPL 2012 and 2013 seasons. Subsequently, he was their team director and mentor during the 2014 and 2015 seasons. His last role was as head coach of India's senior men's team from 2021 till their T20 World Cup victory in June 2024. Rajasthan open their campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23.
Twitter Post
Official X post from the Royals
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