Defensive tactics, not building second line hurting Dravid's coaching legacy

Defensive tactics, not building second line hurting Dravid's coaching legacy


New Delhi, Jun 11 (PTI) Not being assertive enough with tactical calls, unable to show mirror to some of the seniors, and a failure to build a good feeder line are some of the glaring inconsistencies of Rahul Dravid's tenure as India head coach.

He is unlikely to get an extension if things go awry in the ODI World Cup later this year. May be he will himself not seek an extension as the pressure of not being able to deliver is writ large on his face.

In Indian cricket, it is an open secret that Dravid, a gutsy, fearless player of fast-bowling in his playing days, is someone who resorts to obfuscation when faced with probing questions as a coach.