Rajasthan Royals have strengthened their coaching lineup by appointing Vikram Rathour as the team’s new batting coach. This move comes shortly after the addition of Rahul Dravid as head coach, marking a reunion between the two, who previously worked together with the Indian men’s national team, achieving T20 World Cup glory. Rathour, known for his role in nurturing India’s next generation of batters, will bring his expertise to the Royals as they aim for future success.

Rathour’s appointment has been warmly welcomed by Dravid, who expressed his excitement about working with his former colleague again. “Having worked closely with Vikram, I know his technical knowledge and calm approach make him a perfect fit for the Royals,” said Dravid. “His ability to develop young talent will be crucial as we build a world-class team.”

Rathour, who has played a key role in India’s recent successes, echoed Dravid’s sentiments, stating that he looks forward to contributing to the Royals’ vision and helping develop top-class players. Rajasthan Royals are hoping to build on their runner-up finish in the 2022 IPL season and aim for their second IPL title, their first since 2008.