The upcoming mega auction for the 2025 Indian Premier League is set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 24 and 25. Legendary former Indian cricketer and T20 World Cup-winning coach, Rahul Dravid, will be making a return to the auction table after 8 years, this time as part of the Rajasthan Royals team.
Dravid, who couldn’t secure a title in his first stint as coach for the Royals, now returns as a world champion following India’s T20 World Cup victory earlier this year. The team will be relying on his expertise to help them clinch their second IPL title next season. In a recent interview with BCCI, Dravid shared his thoughts on the major differences he noticed upon returning to the auction after nearly a decade.
Reflecting on his previous experience at the auction, Dravid mentioned how the teams have become more professional in terms of their organization and processes over the years. He expressed his excitement about building a team and emphasized the importance of being adaptable and quick on one’s feet during the auction process.
Dravid also expressed his happiness about rejoining the Rajasthan Royals, a team he previously captained and coached. He mentioned his fond memories of playing cricket for the franchise and is looking forward to reconnecting with old friends, contributing to the team’s growth, meeting new players, and the early start of the upcoming IPL season.
Overall, Dravid’s return to the IPL auction after 9 years brings a sense of excitement and anticipation for both him and the Rajasthan Royals as they aim to make a strong comeback in the upcoming season.
