Rahul Dravid and Rajasthan Royals endured a disappointing IPL 2025 campaign, managing only four wins in 14 matches to finish ninth in the table. The former India coach had joined the franchise after guiding the national team to the 2024 T20 World Cup title, but ended his contract after just one season.
Rahul Dravid left Rajasthan Royals amid uncertainty over Sanju Samson’s future with the franchise. Samson, who missed part of IPL 2025 due to injury, was reportedly unhappy with the team’s situation and had been linked with other franchises ahead of the trade window.
Although Dravid and Samson had occasional disagreements, their relationship was not broken. However, Samson’s stance and the divided views on leadership are believed to have played a major role in Dravid’s exit.
Kumar Sangakkara Frontrunner to Replace Rahul Dravid as Rajasthan Royals Head Coach
According to a report by CricBlogger, Sangakkara is the frontrunner to replace Dravid. Talks between the Royals and Sangakkara are progressing well, and an official announcement of his appointment could be made in the near future.
Sanju Samson Likely to Captain the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026
The report added that Sanju Samson will continue to captain the Royals in the upcoming IPL season, with the management showing full trust in his leadership since he first took charge in 2021. The franchise believes that he and Kumar Sangakkara will give the team the balance they need to perform consistently.
However, he may be open to a new challenge at the franchise level. If such a switch happens, Dravid would rejoin the National Cricket Academy.
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