Rahul Dravid left Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026. He joined the team in 2025, but following a poor auction and season, the team management wanted in to bring in a new head coach and offered Dravid a diferent role, but the former cricketer chose to leave.
Rajasthan Royals and Rahul Dravid have decided to part ways ahead of the IPL 2026. After the T20 World Cup, the former India cricketer was appointed as the head coach of the inaugural champions. He also brought in Vikram Rathour, as the latter was announced as batting coach. However, after a poor auction, the result didnโt go their way in the cash-rich league, as Rajasthan finished ninth on the point table.
RR management on Saturday, August 30, confirmed Dravidโs exit, stating that the 52-year-old was offered a broader role in the team, but chose not to accept it.
โRahul has been central to the Royalsโ journey over many years. His leadership has influenced a generation of players, built strong values within the squad, and left an indelible mark on the culture of the franchise. As part of the franchise structural review, Rahul had been offered a broader position at the franchise, but has chosen not to take this,โ the statement read.
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