Dravid confirms India team departure following T20 World Cup

Rahul Dravid has confirmed that the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be his last tournament as the head coach of the Indian team.

At a press conference ahead of India’s first game against Ireland in New York, Dravid stated he will not reapply for the role, with the BCCI advertising the role from last month.

“It is going to be the last one that I am in charge of,” Dravid said.

“Unfortunately, the kind of schedules and where I find myself at this stage in my life, I don’t think I’ll be able to re-apply.

“This will be my last one. But having said that, it’s (the significance of the tournament is) no different for me.

“I love doing the job. I’ve really enjoyed coaching India and I think it’s a truly special job to do, and I enjoyed working with this team and it’s a great bunch of boys to work with.”