Rahul Dravid, the esteemed head coach of Rajasthan Royals, recently returned to the cricket field for a club match alongside his son Anvay in Bengaluru. Unfortunately, his participation in the KSCA Division III league match on February 23 was cut short due to an injury. Dravid managed to score just 10 runs before being dismissed, and his team, Vijaya Cricket Club (Malur), secured a 24-run victory.

Following the injury, concerns arose about Dravid's availability for the upcoming IPL season. However, Rajasthan Royals recently provided a reassuring update on his recovery. In a social media post, the team confirmed that Dravid is expected to join the squad in Jaipur on March 12, indicating significant progress in his recovery journey.

The 52-year-old cricket legend had attended Rajasthan Royals' pre-season camp in Guwahati before returning to Bengaluru for the club match. His timely return to Jaipur is crucial as the Royals gear up for their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

Dravid's leadership will play a vital role in Rajasthan Royals' quest for their second IPL title. His experience and strategic insights are expected to strengthen the team's approach and elevate their performance. With Dravid back in the dugout and Sanju Samson leading the squad, Rajasthan Royals fans can anticipate an exciting and competitive start to their IPL campaign.