Rahul Dravid in Minor Car Accident
Legendary Indian cricketer and former India head coach Rahul Dravid was involved in a minor car accident in Bengaluru on Tuesday evening. The incident, which involved Dravid’s car and a goods auto, occurred on the busy Cunningham Road. A video, seemingly taken by a passerby, quickly went viral on social media, showing Dravid in a heated discussion with the auto driver.
Details of the Incident
The accident reportedly happened around 6:30 PM near Indian Express Junction as Dravid was heading towards High Grounds. According to reports, the goods auto hit [[Dravid’s car]] from behind while they were in traffic. It’s unclear whether Dravid himself was driving the car. Sources say that Dravid and the auto driver had a civilized argument after the collision. The video captures some of this exchange, where something about brakes can be heard. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident.
No Complaints Filed
News reports suggest that no official complaint has been lodged with the police regarding the accident. It’s said that Dravid took the auto driver’s phone number and the vehicle’s registration number before leaving the scene. This [[sports news]] quickly grabbed attention across social media platforms. Many users shared the video, while others commented on the unexpected nature of seeing the usually calm and composed Dravid in such a situation. The incident serves as a reminder that even celebrities can be involved in everyday mishaps.
About Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid, 52, is a highly respected figure in Indian cricket. Known for his calm demeanour and exceptional batting skills, he has scored over 24,000 international runs for India across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. He also captained India in the 2007 World Cup. After retiring as a player, Dravid took on the role of India’s head coach. His tenure ended in July 2024 after leading the team to victory in the T20 World Cup. He has since returned to the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the head coach of the Rajasthan Royals (RR). The team recently made headlines in the IPL 2025 mega auction by purchasing 13-year-old [[Vaibhav Suryavanshi]], the youngest player ever bought in the auction’s history.