Young Indian opener Prithvi Shaw praised Rahul Dravid's 'out of the world' coaching style and said that there is a different enjoyment playing under him.
Prithvi Shaw is part of India’s white-ball squad which will play six limited-overs matches against Sri Lanka. The Shikhar Dhawan-led team will play three ODIs and three T20Is starting July 13 against the hosts, with R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo being the venue for all the matches.
Prithvi Shaw made a comeback to the Indian squad on the back of a terrific white-ball domestic season and some mind-blowing knocks in the IPL 2021 and will work under the guidance of his Under-19 World Cup coach Rahul Dravid on the Sri Lanka tour.
Prithvi Shaw said that there’s a different kind of enjoyment playing under Rahul Dravid as whenever he talks about the game it shows how much experience he brings.
"There is a different kind of mazaa (enjoyment) playing under Rahul sir. He was our India under-19 coach. The way he speaks, the way he shares his coaching experience, is just amazing.
“Whenever he talks about the game, it shows how much experience he brings to the table. He knows everything about cricket. The way he speaks on conditions and how to use them is just out of this world," Prithvi Shaw was quoted as saying by the Indian Express.
Prithvi Shaw recalls his experience with coach Rahul Dravid during U19 World Cup 2018
Prithvi Shaw further said that with Rahul Dravid there would be discipline in the dressing room and he’s looking forward to the practice sessions with him as he will grab his opportunity during the tour.
He added that he was desperate to get back into the Indian team and has always kept the team above himself.
"As Rahul sir is there, one will expect discipline in the dressing room. I’m looking ahead to the practice sessions with Rahul sir because I love to speak to him for hours. On this tour, I just have to grab the opportunity.
“I was desperate to get back into the Indian team. I have always kept the team above me. Be it India, Ranji Trophy team, club, or my school team. I want to give my best,” he said.
The ODIs between Sri Lanka and India will take place on July 13, 16, and 18, while the T20Is will be played on July 21, 23, and 25.
(India Express inputs)
