"Surprised" To See Rahul Dravid Taking Over India's Coach: Ricky Ponting
Former Australian captain 'Ricky Ponting' has expressed astonishment at Rahul Dravid's appointment as India's head coach, citing the fact that he has a young family at home. According to reports, Dravid's coaching career got off to a fantastic start on November 17, when India defeated New Zealand by five wickets. "To be honest, I'm astonished Dravid has taken it up as well", said Ponting in a statement.
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Rahul Dravid To Coach Team India On Sri Lanka Tour In June
Former Indian captain and National Cricket Academy head Rahul Dravid is set to head coach the Indian team’s ODI and T20 Sri Lanka tour in July. Dravid’s announcement came as current coach Ravi Shastri will be on England test tour. Confirming the same, a BCCI official said that it would be an added advantage for the young team with Dravid as they were earlier also associated with him.
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Courtesy: Time of India
CSK Vs RR Match Likely To Be Postponed As Coach L Balaji Tests COVID+
IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals, scheduled for May 5, is likely to be postponed. A BCCI official said CSK's bowling-coach L Balaji has contracted the COVID-19, prompting the officials to consider the decision. The board is also considering to hold the remaining IPL matches in Mumbai to avoid travelling. However, May 3 match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad is likely to be held as scheduled.
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Courtesy: Times Now News