Sporting legends : Rahul Dravid - His achievements & video

 





Rahul Dravid is a former Indian cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport. Born on January 11, 1973, in Indore, India, he earned the nickname "The Wall" for his solid defensive technique and resilience at the crease.Dravid's career spanned from 1996 to 2012, and he made significant contributions in both Test and One Day International (ODI) formats. Some key points about Rahul Dravid include:


1. **Test Cricket:**

   - Dravid scored over 13,000 runs in Test cricket, making him one of the highest run-scorers in the format.

   - He holds the record for facing the most deliveries in Test cricket, exemplifying his patience and resilience.


Test record :  164 tests   13288 runs  270 highest score  52.31 average , 36 centuries 63 50s 


2. **ODI Cricket:**

   - Dravid amassed more than 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), displaying his versatility across formats.

   - He was an integral part of the Indian team during the 1999 Cricket World Cup and various other tournaments.


ODI record :  344 ODIs  10889 runs  153 highest score  39.16 average   12 centuries . Strike rate 71 


3. **Captaincy:**

   - Dravid served as the captain of the Indian cricket team from 2005 to 2007.

   - Under his captaincy, India achieved significant Test series victories, including a historic Test series win in England in 2007 and a West Indies series win in 2006 .


4. **Awards:**

   - He received numerous awards, including the Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2000 and the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award, in 2013.


5. **Consistency and Technique:**

   - Dravid was known for his impeccable batting technique, concentration, and ability to play long innings.

   - His resilience in tough situations earned him the nickname "The Wall."


Some of Dravid's test classics  includes  232 v Australia at Adelaide 2003 , 180 v Australia Kolkata 2001 , 270 vs Pakistan Karachi 2004, 148 v England Leeds 2002 & 146 not out  vs England at the Oval 2011 while opening 


6. **Wicketkeeping:**

   - In addition to his batting prowess, Dravid occasionally kept wickets for the Indian team, showcasing his versatility.


7. **Contribution to Indian Cricket:**

   - Dravid played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of Indian cricketers and served as the Director of Cricket Operations at the National Cricket Academy.


Rahul Dravid's contributions to Indian cricket extend beyond statistics, making him one of the most respected and admired figures in the cricketing world.

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