Rohit Sharma's Call Rescued Rahul Dravid's Coaching Legacy
Rahul Dravid revealed that he continued his coaching role for the Indian cricket team due to a personal request from skipper Rohit Sharma. Despite an initial plan to step down following the ODI World Cup, Dravid stayed until the T20 World Cup, eventually earning a second T20 title.
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In a heartfelt revelation, outgoing Indian cricket head coach Rahul Dravid disclosed that a phone call from skipper Rohit Sharma prompted him to extend his tenure post the ODI World Cup final defeat.
Dravid's initial stint was set to conclude after the loss to Australia, but Rohit's personal request led to an extension of his contract until the end of the T20 World Cup. Addressing the team after their T20 triumph, Dravid expressed his gratitude towards Rohit for urging him to stay on.
Reflecting on his coaching journey, Dravid praised the team's resilience and the sacrifices made by their families, underscoring the collective efforts and achievements that made his tenure memorable.
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