In a significant development for the Rajasthan Royals, former Indian cricket captain Rahul Dravid has been appointed as the head coach of the franchise on a multi-year contract. The announcement was made on September 6, 2024, marking Dravid’s return to the Royals, where he previously served as captain and mentor.
Dravid, who recently concluded his successful tenure as head coach of the Indian national team, which culminated in a T20 World Cup victory, expressed excitement about returning to a franchise he considers home.
He aims to leverage his extensive experience to guide the team in the upcoming IPL 2025 season, collaborating closely with the Royals’ Director of Cricket, Kumar Sangakkara.
