Dynamite News Legendary cricketer Rahul Dravid turns 52, A look at his fabulous records and achievements
As we celebrate the 52nd birthday of the legendary Cricketer, let's revisit his remarkable achievements as both a player and a coach. Read further on Dynamite News:
New Delhi: Rahul Dravid, one of the most celebrated cricketers, turned 52 today. Wishes poured in for the former Indian skipper from the cricket fraternity.
Harbhajan greets Dravid
Ex-India spinner Harbhajan Singh took to X to wish his longtime teammate Dravid on his birthday.
"Heartiest birthday greetings to "The Wall" of Indian cricket, Rahul Dravid.
As a cricketer, he was the epitome of discipline and commitment, a player who could be relied upon to anchor the innings under any circumstance and perform when the team needed him most," he posted on X.
May he always be blessed with good health, happiness, and success in everything he does. Wishing him a phenomenal and remarkable birthday which he greatly deserves, the Turbanator added.
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BCCI
The Indian cricket board also wished Dravid on his 52 birthday. Many cricketers and fans also wished him on social media.
As we celebrate the 52nd birthday of the legendary Cricketer, let's revisit his remarkable achievements as both a player and a coach.
Stats in Test
During his 16-year illustrious career, he scored 13,288 runs in 164 Tests with an average of 52.3.
ODI Records
He played 344 ODIs in which he scored 10,889 with an average of 39.2.
Tons
He scored 36 centuries in the longer format of the game and 63 half-centuries.
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In ODIs, Dravid, who was also known as 'The Wall' due to his impeccable defence, made 12 centuries and 83 fiftites.
Successful transition to Coaching
After retiring from international Cricket in March 2012, Dravid took up the role of coaching and mentored the junior Indian sides, such as India U-19 and India A.
Under his guidance, India lifted U-19 World Cup in 2018.
He was the head coach of the senior men's team when India won the T20 World Cup last year.