NEW DELHI: Ahead of the highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, Rajasthan Royals‘ head coach Rahul Dravid made headlines for his unwavering commitment to the team’s preparations despite sustaining an injury.
The Indian cricket legend, known for his grit and determination, was spotted arriving at the training venue in Jaipur in an electric wheelchair, sporting a cast on his left leg.
Undeterred by the physical setback, Dravid zipped around the ground in the motorized wheelchair, keeping a watchful eye on his team’s training sessions.
The video of Dravid on an electric wheelchair quickly went viral, sparking concern and curiosity among fans about the extent of his injury.
However, his determination to stay actively involved with the squad despite visible discomfort drew widespread praise across social media platforms.
Dravid’s injury occurred during a Karnataka State Cricket Association Group I, League III semifinal match while playing for Vijaya Cricket Club against Jayanagar Cricketers in the Sri Nassur Memorial Shield.
Just two deliveries into his innings, the 52-year-old began to show signs of discomfort but persevered, batting through the pain. He built a 43-run partnership off 66 balls with his son Anvay for the fourth wicket before having to be helped off the field due to the injury.
The incident took place during Dravid’s second match of the tournament.
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In the previous game, he had made a surprise return to competitive cricket, turning out for Vijaya Cricket Club alongside his younger son, Anvay. Batting at No. 6, Dravid scored 10 off 8 balls before getting dismissed.
The father-son duo managed a brief 17-run stand for the fifth wicket, adding a heartwarming touch to the occasion.
Rajasthan Royals, the champions of the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and finalists again in 2022, will kick off their 2025 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 23.
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