Rahul Dravid's journey as a coach: Who said what
Rahul Dravid, the synonym of humble, modest and classy, mentored the now defunct Rajasthan Royals last season and then went on to become the coach for India Under-19. He has been extremely successful in creating a healthy environment for the youngsters and is currently the head coach of Delhi Daredevils – who missed the playoff spot by just a whisker.
Being an absolute gentleman and a lifelong servant of cricket, Dravid didn’t confine himself to the team he mentored; he crossed the lines of dressing rooms to help the less fortunate ones when he thought they needed it. He has earned huge praises from the players all across the world, his teammates and from the players he has coached so far.
While BBCI is looking for a head coach, if the former Indian captain takes on the job it would be an absolute blessing for Indian cricket. Dravid has closely worked with the upcoming youngsters as well as the present Indian team members.
We take a look at how the road for one of India’s greatest Test batsman as a coach has been, and what people around him feel about it.
#1 “I don’t think BCCI will find many better candidates than someone like him” – Ricky Ponting
Ricky Ponting, the three-time World Cup winner and mentor of Mumbai Indians, feels that Rahul Dravid is the most suitable candidate for the post of the Indian coach and has got everything that it takes to perform the duty.
“It’s not my decision to make and it depends on what BCCI are looking for. Do they want an Indian coach or an overseas one? I don’t think BCCI will find many better candidates than someone like him. If he’s interested in doing the job, he will do a good job,” said Ponting.
“He’s got a lot of knowledge, is very experienced and understands all three formats because he has worked in IPL. He will be a great candidate but it depends on what the BCCI thinks is the best fit for the Indian cricket team and also depends on what the captain wants. Whatever Virat (Kohli) wants around the Test team, I am sure the BCCI will listen to him.”