• Team India's head coach Rahul Dravid celebrated his 51st birthday on January 11, 2024.

  • Sachin Tendulkar, Harbhajan Singh, Dinesh Karthik, and others from the cricket fraternity extended their best wishes to Dravid on his special day.

Wishes pour in for Rahul Dravid on his birthday as the ‘Wall of Indian Cricket’ turns 51
Rahul Dravid

On January 11, 2024, the cricketing fraternity came together to celebrate the 51st birthday of one of India’s cricketing legends and the current head coach of the Indian cricket team, Rahul Dravid.

It is worth mentioning that Dravid is fondly known as the ‘Wall of Indian Cricket’ and has left an indelible mark on the sport, both as a player and a mentor. The veteran wicketkeeper batter has been part of India’s many historic triumphs and has stood tall in adversities to save the team on many occasions during his career.

Rahul Dravid’s storied legacy

Dravid’s journey in international cricket spans 509 matches, where he amassed an astounding 24,208 runs across formats, leaving an indomitable legacy. His illustrious career, marked by resilience and consistency, earned him a well-deserved place in the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame. Beyond his on-field exploits, Dravid’s commitment to nurturing young talents became evident post his retirement, as he seamlessly transitioned into the role of a coach for India’s U-19 team.

As the current head coach of the Indian cricket team, Dravid now continues to contribute sign🌊ificantly to the development of t💝he next generation of cricketers. His dedication to the sport extends beyond personal accomplishments, and he stands as a symbol of inspiration for aspiring players across the country.

Birthday wishes from cricketing fraternity

On the occasion of Dravid’s 51st birthday, the cricketing world united to extend warm wishes to the revered icon. Social media platforms were flooded with messages from fans, players, and cricketing legends alike, expressing gratitude for the immense contributions Dravid has made to the sport.

Eminent personalities from the cricketing fraternity, including Harbhajan Singh and Dinesh Karthik, took to various platforms to wish the legendary cricketer a year filled with jꦬoy and success. Their h💜eartfelt messages reflected the admiration and respect Dravid commands within the cricketing community.

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Sachin Tendulkar’s special tribute

Among the multitude of birthday wishes, one message that resonated deeply with fans came from none other than Sachin Tendulkar, Dravid’s longtime teammate and friend. The master blaster, expressing his affection for Dravid, took to Twitter to extend warm wishes to the ‘Wall of Indian Cricket.’ Tendulkar’s heartfelt tribute encapsulated the camaraderie and mutual respect shared by these two cricketing giants.

Here’s how Twitter wished Rahul Dravid on his birthday:

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