Former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers suggested that Rahul Dravid was possibly “kicked out” of the Rajasthan Royals after declining a broader role offered by the franchise. Dravid, who had been with the team for a year, abruptly ended his second stint. De Villiers speculated on his social media show that the decision may have been made by the team’s management. He praised Dravid’s leadership and influence on the team, stating that his departure would leave big shoes to fill. De Villiers compared the situation to football clubs where coaches are let go when expectations are not met. He criticized the Royals for letting go of key players like Jos Butler and suggested that the team’s decline may have been accelerated by such decisions. De Villiers expressed concern about the team’s direction and suggested that they may need to reassess their strategy for the upcoming season.
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