INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
NEW DELHI: After being given the contract extension as head coach of Team India, Rahul Dravid acknowledged the role his family played behind
his first successful first tenure.Dravid emphasised that the responsibilities associated with this position require significant time spent
away from home and he is grateful for the sacrifices and support of my family.He also thanked the BCCI for showing trust in his vision in an
effort to take the team forward."I thank the BCCI and the 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 was quoted as saying in BCCI
release.Dravid, who was appointed in November 2021 for a two-year period, said he thoroughly enjoyed the last two years in charge of the
"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," he said.The BCCI did not say how long the new term would be, with India
now eyeing the Twenty20 World Cup in June next year as they attempt to break their painful drought in global tournaments
India last won a global title with the 2013 Champions Trophy and their last World Cup triumph came in 2011 at home.
