Former Indian cricket group head coach Rahul Dravid loved the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024 (TNPL 2024) last between Dindigul Dragons and Lyca Kovai Kings on the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, August 4.
R Ashwin-led Dindigul Dragons defeated Lyca Kovai Kings by six wickets within the TNPL 2024 last to clinch its maiden TNPL crown on Sunday in Chennai. Dravid graced the TNPL 2024 last and opened up about a few fascinating issues on the sidelines of the high-energy title conflict in Chennai.
Rahul Dravid displays on memorable moments and enjoys the TNPL 2024 Last at Chepauk Stadium
The official social media deal with of the TNPL shared a video of Dravid partaking with a presenter on the sidelines of the ultimate, the place the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning coach expressed his delight at being again on the MA Chidambaram Stadium, a floor the place he cherished quite a few cricketing moments over time.
The previous Indian head coach has additionally mirrored on his deep reference to the Chepauk Stadium, which has been the venue for a lot of important chapters in his profession. Dravid recalled his time taking part in league cricket on the MA Chidambaram Stadium, highlighting the enjoyment and camaraderie he skilled throughout these days.
He additionally recalled reaching the numerous milestone of 10,000 runs in Check cricket in Chennai, in addition to some memorable Check encounters in opposition to formidable groups like Australia and England. The bottom additionally hosted India’s essential conflict of the 2023 ODI World Cup in opposition to Australia. These are the fondest recollections of his profession thus far on the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai.
Rahul Dravid mentioned within the TNPL video: “Taking part in league cricket right here can be the fondest, as a result of I performed with pals, actually loved myself taking part in league cricket right here, and naturally, some Check matches I acquired my 10,000th run in Check cricket right here at this floor. Performed some unbelievable Check matches in opposition to Australia, in opposition to England. A lot of matches come to thoughts, profitable the World Cup recreation in opposition to Australia, so there are lots of issues that come to my thoughts at this floor.”
Sharing his ideas on TNPL, the legendary cricketer famous: “These leagues like TNPL and KPL have been terrific as they supply lots of nice alternatives to so many younger individuals. Have a look at this sort of crowd; for these younger boys to have the ability to play in entrance of this crowd, I believe it is simply phenomenal, and it actually offers them an awesome increase. So nicely achieved to the TNCA for organizing this and doing this in such a spectacular trend, and it is nice to see some younger gamers taking part in, nevertheless it’s additionally nice to see the outdated veteran Ash (R Ashwin) nonetheless contributing and nonetheless profitable video games for his group.”
Ultimately, Dravid additionally opened up about his reference to the Tamil Nadu Cricket Affiliation (TNCA), recalling his time taking part in league cricket for India Cements in Chennai. He started his stint on the age of 21, spending 3-4 years in league cricket earlier than becoming a member of the Indian cricket group.
David emphasised how taking part in in robust circumstances helped him develop as a cricketer and considerably impacted his improvement earlier than making his worldwide debut.
Watch Right here Rahul Dravid’s interview:
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