Rahul Dravid to Continue as Team India Head Coach, Signs New Contract

New Delhi: BCCI on Wednesday extended the contract of Indian men’s cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid and support staff. Dravid’s 2-year contract ended after the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, where India was defeated by Australia in the final.

As per reports, Rahul Dravid declined offers from different Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to continue as the head coach of Team India.

Dravid’s first assignment after the contract renewal will be the tour of South Africa.

In a release, the BCCI said: “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”.

Dravid on his renewal of contract said, “I thank the BCCI 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. Their instrumental role behind the scenes has been invaluable. As we embrace new challenges post the World Cup, we remain committed to the pursuit of excellence.”