Rajasthan Royals (RR), guided by cricketing legend Rahul Dravid, have not had a smooth beginning to IPL 2025. Having lost two games – and now occupying the lowest rung in the points table with a negative net run rate of -1.882 – things cannot get worse for RR. To add to their misfortune, their head coach Rahul Dravid too is struggling with the leg injury and was spotted on a wheelchair after their recent – and second – loss to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
Dravid’s Injury and Viral Images
Before the season, Dravid had a leg injury while playing cricket in Bengaluru. The India great arrived at the RR camp with a cast on his left leg and has been using crutches to get around. Following RR’s loss to KKR, a video of Dravid moving around the field in a wheelchair went viral, evoking an emotional reaction from fans on social media. Fans were sad, viewing the cricket legend in such a condition.
Rajasthan Royals had previously posted an update regarding Dravid’s situation, saying, “Head Coach Rahul Dravid, who picked up an injury while playing Cricket in Bangalore, is recovering well and will join us today in Jaipur.”
Heartbreaking to see a legend in disappointment, but Rahul Dravid’s dedication is truly unbelievable! 🩷🙌#RahulDravid #IPL2025 #RRvKKR pic.twitter.com/BNAiGqPqta
— @kingkohlifan (@Dharmendar47492) March 26, 2025
Heartbreaking to see a legend in disappointment, but Rahul Dravid’s dedication is truly unbelievable! 🩷🙌[Sportskeeda] #RahulDravid #IPL2025 #RRvKKR pic.twitter.com/29P4vpCbSs
— RANJAY RAJ ANUGRAH (@RAnugrah707) March 26, 2025
Rahul Dravid is the living definition of dedication! 🫡#RRvKKR #IPL2025 #RahulDravid pic.twitter.com/y5xgMhCQVE
— Elango dmk (@elango_dmk2026) March 26, 2025
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Former RR captain Dravid spent five years playing for the franchise between 2011 and 2015. He initially started coaching at RR in 2014 as a player, transitioning to a mentor role before landing bigger coaching roles, such as with the Indian national team.
Rajasthan Royals’ Struggles Continue
RR’s on-field performance has been of concern. They lost their most recent match to Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets. They chose to bat first, but KKR’s tight bowling, spearheaded by spinners Varun Chakravarthy (2/17) and Moeen Ali (2/23), limited Rajasthan to a subpar 151/9 in 20 overs.
As a response, KKR’s Quinton de Kock played a batting masterclass, scoring an outstanding unbeaten 97 from 61 deliveries. His innings, which contained eight boundaries and six sixes, took KKR to an easy win within 17.3 overs.
Despite initial hiccups with the dismissals of Moeen Ali (5) and captain Ajinkya Rahane (18), De Kock was well-supported by young Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who chipped in 22 runs from 17 deliveries. The two added an 83-run partnership in 44 balls, making the chase comfortable for the reigning champions.
What’s Next for RR?
With the head coach in physical trouble and the team performing poorly on the field, the Rajasthan Royals require a good comeback to remain in the running this season. Their batting and bowling departments have to rise to the occasion and reverse the fortunes in their next matches.
Supporters hope that the team, now coached by Dravid, can recover and regain their form in IPL 2025.
