Ahead of their crucial clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid has stressed the importance of consistency and seizing key moments. With RR fighting to stay in playoff contention, Dravid admitted that while the team has played good cricket, close losses have hurt their momentum. He expects a high-scoring game at the Chinnaswamy Stadium and emphasized that every match is now a must-win. Citing the recent mega auction, Dravid pointed out that home advantage is limited as many players are still adapting to new teams and conditions, making focus and execution even more critical moving forward.
Rahul Dravid Calls for Focus and Fight as Royals Gear Up for Crucial RCB Clash
As Rajasthan Royals prepare to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 42 of IPL 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, head coach Rahul Dravid has delivered a clear and urgent message to his squad — consistency is non-negotiable. With RR’s playoff hopes hanging in the balance, Dravid urged his players to stay focused and capitalize on key moments.
“We know we have to play well to stay alive in this tournament,”Rahul Dravid said, acknowledging recent close losses but also highlighting the quality cricket his side has displayed. “It’s a tournament where one or two deliveries can change your position on the table. You’ve got to step up when it matters.”
Dravid, a former RCB player himself, expects a high-scoring encounter and believes that the pitch at Chinnaswamy is looking ideal for a run-fest. However, he emphasized that regardless of the surface, RR must perform under pressure and avoid further slip-ups.
The coach also noted that due to the recent mega auction, many players are still adjusting to their new home grounds, reducing traditional home-ground advantage. He cited examples like Phil Salt and Nitish Rana, who are still acclimatizing to their surroundings.
“Every game from here is a must-win. We don’t have the luxury to make mistakes anymore,” Dravid asserted.
With playoff spots tightening and the competition heating up, Rajasthan Royals must now match talent with tenacity — exactly what Dravid is demanding.
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