Rahul Dravid was reportedly involved in a road accident with a goods auto in Bengaluru on February 4 (Tuesday). A viral video on social media shows the former India head coach visibly upset and engaged in a heated argument with the driver. As per a TV9 Kannada report the incident occurred on Bengaluru's Cunningham Road. The goods auto collided with a parked vehicle from behind, causing Dravid's car to bump into the automobile in front.
Following the incident, Dravid can be seen stepping out of his car in the viral video to inspect the damage in the front of his car. It is unclear whether the fault was with the auto driver or Dravid. Before leaving, A visibly upset Dravid reportedly noted down the auto driver's number.
The report states that no injuries were caused in the incident and no official complaint has been lodged at the High Grounds Police Station, which has jurisdiction over the area.
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Rahul Dravid Set To Be Back As An IPL Coach
Rahul Dravid is currently gearing up for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, his first as head coach of the Rajasthan Royals (RR) after a nine-year gap. He was served as Royals' mentor and the Director of Cricket in IPL 2014 and 2015 season. The Rajasthan-based franchiose finished fifth in the 1014 season while qualified for the playoffs in the 2015 edition of the cash-rich league.
IPL 2025 will mark Dravid's return to coaching following his 2.5-year stint as head coach of the Indian cricket team, a role he took over from Ravi Shastri in November 2021. He coached the Men in Blue to a T20 World Cup win in 2024.