Rahul Dravid Signs New Contract, To Continue As Team India Head Coach

Indian men's cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid and support staff were given contract extensions by BCCI. Dravid's 2-year contract concluded after the end of Cricket World Cup 2023, where India reached the final but suffered a defeat to Australia in the title clash. The former India captain reportedly had multiple offers from different Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises on the table but he decided to continue his stint as the head coach of the men's national team. His 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.

The Board acknowledges Mr. Dravid's instrumental role in moulding the Indian Team and commends his exceptional professionalism. The Board also appreciates Mr. VVS Laxman for his exemplary roles as Head of NCA and as the stand-in Head Coach. Similar to their legendary on-field partnerships, Mr. Dravid and Mr. Laxman have worked closely in driving Indian Cricket forward."

Mr. Roger Binny, the president of BCCI had no qualms about Dravid's renewal. After the big announcement, Binny said: "Mr. Rahul Dravid's vision, professionalism, and unyielding efforts have been important pillars in Team India's success. As Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team, you are always under immense scrutiny and I extend appreciation to him not only for embracing the challenges but for thriving in