Ashwin recalls Rahul Dravid's emotional moment to India’s T20 World Cup win

Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin shared a heartwarming moment from India's recent T20 World Cup 2024 victory in Barbados. Ashwin described how former head coach Rahul Dravid became emotional, hugging the trophy and shedding tears after leading the team to their first major ICC title in 11 years.

This victory marked the end of Dravid's tenure as head coach. Throughout his playing career, Dravid never won an ICC World Cup Trophy, making this win particularly significant for him. Ashwin vividly described the scene.

"My moment was when Virat Kohli called Rahul Dravid and gave him the cup. I saw him hug the cup and cry. Rahul Dravid screamed and cried. I saw him enjoy it. I felt that a lot. I want to talk about a person who is sacred. In 2007, during the 50-over World Cup, India got knocked out. Rahul Dravid was the captain at that time. He didn't captain the one-day side after that. He has been with the Indian team," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel.

Ashwin also highlighted Dravid's journey, noting the challenges he faced. Dravid was often criticized, especially after India's early exit from the 2007 50-over World Cup, where he was the captain.

"If something doesn't go well, if the Indian team goes out or loses a match, immediately, they ask what Rahul Dravid is doing," he further added.

However, Ashwin praised Dravid's commitment and meticulous approach to coaching, emphasizing his hard work over the past 2-3 years to transform the team.

"I know what he has been doing with this team for the past 2-3 years. I know how balanced he has been. I know how hard he has worked to change this approach. I know what he has given each of his players. Even when he is just sitting at home, he has been planning how to do this and that," he concluded.