The duo was seen talking during a rain stoppage in third ODI between India and Sri Lanka.
Former India skipper, Rahul Dravid, who has also worked as the coach of India Under-19 and India A teams, has vast experience of playing the game. While Indian players have benefitted from his expertise in cricket, Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka also learned a few lessons on Friday (July 23).
During a rain stoppage in the third and final ODI of the series which India won 2-1, Shanaka got an opportunity to interact with Dravid and get his valuable insights on a few elaborate details of the game.
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The pictures of the 29-year-old all-rounder interacting with the India legend have gone viral on social media and won hearts of many fans across the globe as they praised the stand-in Indian cricket team head coach for his humility.
“Such a little thing but still kinda wholesome in an era where frequent discussions happen about discipline and respect regarding Sri Lanka cricket #SLvIND,” a user wrote on Twitter.
“This is very pleasing to see. During the break Rahul Dravid chatting with Dasun Shanaka. #SLvIND,” another user commented.
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— Sakun (@Sakun_SD) July 23, 2021
Such a little thing but still kinda wholesome in an era where frequent discussions happen about discipline and respect regarding Sri Lanka cricket. #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/a05DcIwDjV
This is very pleasing to see. During the break Rahul Dravid chatting with Dasun Shanaka. #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/6g8JikvSxz
— Muzy (@toysoldier92) July 23, 2021
For me this is Million dollar pic Dravid with Shanaka #cricket #SLvIND pic.twitter.com/J3xZy4vRIU
— Rishaffe????????????????????????↗️ (@Rishaffe1) July 23, 2021
Love Shanaka’s attitude on receiving Rahul Dravid’s advice https://t.co/H4EliUeJZf
— Nashhath Ahamed (@zenotalks) July 23, 2021