Rajasthan Royals have bolstered their coaching staff with the appointment of Vikram Rathour as their new batting coach, a significant move following Rahul Dravid’s arrival as head coach. The duo, known for their successful collaboration with the Indian national team, now turn their attention to reshaping the Royals’ future in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
A Reunion of Cricketing Minds
Vikram Rathour, whose international playing career was brief, has earned respect for his contributions as a batting coach in recent years, particularly in grooming the next generation of Indian batters. His partnership with Dravid in the national setup saw India achieve key milestones, including an elusive T20 World Cup victory under their guidance. The reunion at Rajasthan Royals brings renewed hope for a team that has shown glimpses of potential but has yet to reclaim its IPL glory since their inaugural triumph in 2008.
Dravid expressed excitement about teaming up with Rathour once again, emphasizing the trust and understanding they’ve built over the years.
Vikram’s technical insight, his calm approach, and his deep knowledge of Indian conditions make him a perfect addition to the Royals. We’ve had great success working together with India, and I’m confident we can achieve the same here. His ability to nurture young talent will be instrumental in building a world-class team.
Shared Vision for Royals’ Future
Since Sanju Samson took over as captain, Rajasthan Royals have shown progress, notably reaching the IPL final in 2022, where they fell short against Gujarat Titans. However, much like India’s quest to break their ICC Trophy drought between 2013 and 2022, the Royals have been searching for their second title for over a decade. The appointment of Rathour signals a clear intent to build a championship-winning squad.
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Rathour echoed Dravid’s enthusiasm, seeing the role as a chance to contribute to both the team’s success and the development of young Indian talent.
It’s a privilege to join the Royals and to work with Rahul again. The opportunity to help shape the future of this franchise and work with some incredibly talented young cricketers is exciting. We have a clear vision, and I look forward to helping the team achieve it—both in terms of winning championships and nurturing players who can shine for the Royals and India.
The Rathour-Dravid partnership, known for its emphasis on technical excellence and long-term development, now looks to turn Rajasthan Royals into a consistent force in the IPL. With a talented squad and a strong leadership duo at the helm, fans will be hoping that their journey leads to more silverware in the seasons to come.
