The upcoming Indian Premier League (2025) has Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson eager to lead his team to victory. Reflecting on his bond with head coach Rahul Dravid, Samson shared how Dravid spotted him during trials in 2013 and asked him to play for the franchise. Dravid was impressed with Samson’s skills and became the team director and mentor in 2014-15. Now back as the head coach, Dravid, along with Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara, oversees the team.
Samson praised Dravid for leading by example, noting his dedication to preparation and commitment to the team’s success. Despite being on crutches due to a recent injury, Dravid’s passion for the game remains unwavering. Samson expressed admiration for Dravid’s leadership style, emphasizing his attention to detail and his ability to inspire and guide players on and off the field.
As the new season approaches, Rajasthan Royals aim to go further than their previous performance and clinch the title. Samson credits Dravid’s influence for shaping his approach to leadership and looks forward to applying those lessons in his role as captain.
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