While most IPL teams are sweating over injured pacers, Rajasthan Royals (RR) are dealing with an injury of a completely different kind—their head coach, Rahul Dravid! Yes, while Jasprit Bumrah’s back troubles Mumbai Indians, Mayank Yadav’s side strain has Lucknow Super Giants worried, and Josh Hazlewood is still on the road to recovery, RR’s biggest setback isn’t even on the field—it’s on the sidelines, on crutches!
Dravid, known as 'The Wall' for his unbreakable resolve as a batsman, ironically, has been brought down—not by a fiery bouncer or a toe-crushing yorker—but by a friendly cricket match mishap. The man who once defied the world’s deadliest bowlers has now found himself limping ahead of a crucial IPL season.
But in true Dravid fashion, he refuses to let an injury sideline him completely. Instead of staying away from training, he turned up on crutches, proving that his passion for the game is as strong as ever. Like a battle-hardened warrior leading from the front, Dravid continued guiding his team, offering strategic insights and motivating his players, even if he had to do so while balancing on one foot!
The visuals of Dravid at RR’s training camp have sparked plenty of banter among fans. Will we see the legendary coach strategizing from a wheelchair? Will RR players take turns carrying their mentor to the dugout? The injury may be unusual, but one thing is certain—RR isn’t just limping into IPL 2025; their coach is quite literally leading the limp!
While injuries to key players can be a major setback, the presence of a determined leader like Dravid could turn adversity into motivation. Whether he’s on crutches or not, RR fans can rest assured that their coach’s commitment remains unshaken. Now, it’s up to the players to ensure that RR’s IPL 2025 campaign is defined by victories rather than setbacks!
