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May 12, 2026 3:32 PM

Dravid bets on new franchise league to grow cricket in soccer-dominated Europe

Former India stalwart Rahul Dravid built a great career on judgement, patience and the discipline to leave the ball well alone - an instinct that has followed him from the crease to the boardroom. So when he agreed to buy the Dublin franchise in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), it was because he saw it not as a speculative punt, but as a safe bet with a greater purpose - to help cricket find its niche in Europe's soccer-dominated sporting landscape. "I thought it was quite an exciting o...

March 14, 2026 12:57 PM

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards at Naman Awards 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will celebrate excellence across the Indian cricketing spectrum at the prestigious Naman Awards 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in New Delhi. The annual ceremony recognises exceptional performances and enduring contributions across international, domestic and age-group cricket, while honouring individuals whose work has shaped the growth and stature of the game in the country. At this year's ceremony, Roger Binny and Rahul ...

September 16, 2024 6:10 PM

T20 World Cup: Indian Consulate in New York hosts reception to welcome Team India

The Indian Consulate in New York hosted a reception to welcome Team India on Tuesday. It is the first time that the Indian national team is playing cricket in New York, with the World Cup being held for the first time in the US. During the event, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, Rahul Dravid, as well as the team members interacted with the Indian diaspora leaders there. Sharing a post on X, the Consulate General of India in New York wrote, "@IndiainNewYork hosted a reception to welc...