Reports are circulating about this Indian head coach Raul Dravid had to fly back to Bengaluru from Kolkata after the second ODI against Sri Lanka due to health reasons. The news had sparked concerns about the former Indian captain’s health. It has also been reported that Dravid will be absent from the third and final game against Sri Lanka to be played at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. However, Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour has denied all the rumours.
Ahead of the final ODI, Rathour addressed a press conference on the eve of the game.
In response to a question, Rathour revealed that Dravid is “doing absolutely fine” and is currently working with the team. He added that the 50-year-old could do a few laps on the cricket ground if needed.
“He’s absolutely fine, boss. I don’t know where this message came from. He’s absolutely fine. You want him to do some laps, you want to see that? We can also do some fitness tests for him. He’s here (in Thiruvananthapuram with the Indian team),” Rathour said.
Also, hours after the press conference, Dravid was pictured overseeing India’s optional training session.
â BCCI (@BCCI) January 14, 2023
India have already won the three-game series and have an unassailable 2-0 lead after victories in Cuttack and Kolkata respectively.
However, with the world’s top-ranked ODI team, New Zealand, set to tour India later this month, a 3-0 win will be good to keep the team’s morale high.
India and New Zealand play three ODIs followed by as many T20Is.
Featured Video of the Day
Ice Hockey World Championship: Amit Rohidas recognizes ‘team effort’ after India’s win over Spain
Topics mentioned in this article
