Hyderabad:Former India skipper Rahul Dravid Wednesday thanked the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for trusting him and said he was proud of the culture set in the dressing room.
Dravid's reaction came shortly after the board extended the term of his contract as Head Coach. "The last two years with Team India have been thoroughly memorable. Together, we have witnessed the highs and lows, and throughout this journey, the support and camaraderie within the group have been phenomenal. I am genuinely proud of the culture we have set in the dressing room. It's a culture that stands resilient, whether in moments of triumph or adversity. The skills and talent that our team possesses are phenomenal, and what we've stressed is following the right process and sticking to our preparations, which has had a direct impact on the overall result, " Dravid said.
He thanked the BCCI and its office bearers "for placing their trust in me, endorsing my vision, and providing support during this period". "The demands of this role necessitate considerable time away from home, and I deeply appreciate my family's sacrifices and support. Their instrumental role behind the scenes has been invaluable. As we embrace new challenges post the World Cup, we remain committed to the pursuit of excellence," Dravid, considered one of the finest batsmen India has produced, said.
The BCCI announced the extension of contracts for Head Coach Rahul Dravid and the support staff of Team India. In a statement, the BCCI said it engaged in productive discussions with Dravid after the term of his contract ended following the recently concluded ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and unanimously agreed to further the tenure.