3 teams that can approach Rahul Dravid for head coach role in IPL 2025

As the IPL evolves, franchises are always on the lookout for top coaches to guide their sides to victory.

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With plenty of experience and proven track record, Rahul Dravid could be a highly sought-after candidate for the head coach position in 2025.

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Under Dravid’s guidance, Team India recently won the T20 World Cup 2024.

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Here are three teams that might consider bringing Dravid on board:

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1. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

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RCB has struggled to clinch the IPL trophy. Dravid's calm and strategic approach could be the key to unlocking RCB’s full potential. Since he has played for RCB in the past, Dravid knows the ins and outs of RCB.

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2. Rajasthan Royals (RR)

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Dravid’s history with RR as a player and mentor makes him a familiar figure in the franchise. His tactical acumen could help RR attain success.

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3. Delhi Capitals (DC)

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DC have parted ways with Ricky Ponting and they are in search of a new head coach. Dravid’s focus on youth and his understanding of modern cricket could be the catalyst for DC to secure their first IPL title.

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3 teams that can approach Rahul Dravid for head coach role in IPL 2025

As the IPL evolves, franchises are always on the lookout for top coaches to guide their sides to victory.

With plenty of experience and proven track record, Rahul Dravid could be a highly sought-after candidate for the head coach position in 2025.

Under Dravid’s guidance, Team India recently won the T20 World Cup 2024.

Here are three teams that might consider bringing Dravid on board:

1. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

IPL Trophy: None IPL Finals: 2009, 2011 and 2016

RCB has struggled to clinch the IPL trophy. Dravid's calm and strategic approach could be the key to unlocking RCB’s full potential. Since he has played for RCB in the past, Dravid knows the ins and outs of RCB.

2. Rajasthan Royals (RR)

IPL Trophy: One IPL Finals: 2008 and 2022

Dravid’s history with RR as a player and mentor makes him a familiar figure in the franchise. His tactical acumen could help RR attain success.

3. Delhi Capitals (DC)

IPL Trophy: None IPL Finals: 2020

DC have parted ways with Ricky Ponting and they are in search of a new head coach. Dravid’s focus on youth and his understanding of modern cricket could be the catalyst for DC to secure their first IPL title.

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