In a significant development, Rahul Dravid, the current head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, is poised to relinquish his position. Sources indicate that Dravid, whose term concluded with the ODI World Cup 2023, is disinclined to renew his contract, with potential plans to join the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as a mentor for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2024 season.

VVS Laxman, the head of the National Cricket Academy, emerges as the leading candidate to succeed Dravid in the coaching role. Laxman, presently overseeing coaching responsibilities in Dravid’s absence, may assume the position permanently following the India vs. Australia T20I series.

Insiders familiar with the matter reveal that discussions are underway, highlighting Dravid’s negotiations with LSG. If Dravid opts not to continue with the national team, the prospect of his mentorship at LSG seems likely.

A scheduled meeting will convene to address the coaching transition and the future of the team. The source intimates that discussions will encompass coaching strategies and the team’s overall trajectory.

During Dravid’s coaching tenure, India experienced a dominant run in the ODI World Cup, winning ten consecutive matches. Despite falling short in the final against Australia, Dravid’s coaching played a pivotal role in Virat Kohli’s resurgence and a shift in India’s approach to ICC tournaments, adopting an aggressive style with success in the Asia Cup 2023.

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