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Rahul Dravid Steps Down as Head Coach of Rajasthan Royals

Rahul Dravid resigned after Rajasthan Royals finished ninth with four wins in IPL 2025; he declined a broader franchise role offered post-structural review.

  • Rajasthan Royals announced on August 30, 2025, that Rahul Dravid will step down as head coach after a disappointing IPL 2025 season.
  • The decision came after the Royals’ poorest performance since 2022, leading to an organizational review during which Dravid was presented with an expanded position but opted not to accept it.
  • Under Dravid's leadership, the team played 14 matches, winning only 4 and finishing ninth, while his guidance influenced players and shaped the franchise's culture.
  • The franchise expressed heartfelt thanks to the 52-year-old coach for his remarkable service and noted his leadership left an indelible mark on the Royals.
  • Dravid’s departure ahead of IPL 2026 leaves the Royals facing possible team changes amid captain Sanju Samson’s rumored exit and questions over future leadership.
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Rahul Dravid has left the post of head coach of Rajasthan Royals team in IPL. The franchise has issued a statement regarding Rahul Dravid.

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insidesport.in broke the news in on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
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