‘I have not signed any contract yet,’ Rahul Dravid’s Reaction on BCCI Contract Extension

After the World Cup 2023, BCCI has extended the contract of Indian team head coach Rahul Dravid. The board itself has also confirmed this. Meanwhile, another reaction of Rahul Dravid has come to light on Thursday. He has said that the contract has not been signed yet.

After the BCCI meeting held in Delhi on Thursday, Rahul Dravid said, “I have not signed the contract with BCCI yet, but the tenure has been discussed. Once I get the papers, we will see.”

Dravid’s contract till ICC World Cup 2023

The contract of Rahul Dravid and support staff with BCCI was only till the ODI World Cup 2023. After this BCCI has decided to extend this contract. Currently, NCA chief VVS Laxman was made the coach of the Indian team captained by Suryakumar Yadav in the ongoing T20 series against Australia.

As soon as Dravid signs the contract, he will return to his post. There is every possibility of this from the upcoming South Africa series.

BCCI President Binny said on Dravid’s contract extension

On Dravid’s contract extension, BCCI President Roger Binny said, “Rahul Dravid’s vision, professionalism and determined efforts have been important pillars in the success of Team India. As the head coach of the Indian cricket team, you are always under scrutiny and I commend you for not only accepting challenges but also succeeding in them.”

Binny said in his statement “The performance of the Indian team is a testament to his strategic guidance. I am glad that he has accepted the offer to remain the head coach and it reflects the mutual respect and shared vision between him and the BCCI. I do not doubt that under his leadership the team will continue its journey to the pinnacle of success and set new standards along the way.”