New Delhi, Aug. 30 -- In a significant development ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Rahul Dravid has stepped down as the head coach of the Rajasthan Royals (RR). The franchise announced the decision on Saturday, stating that Dravid was offered a broader role within the set-up, but he chose not to take it, as per ESPNcricinfo.

Dravid's exit comes despite having a multi-year contract and follows a comprehensive structural review after RR endured a disappointing IPL 2025 campaign, finishing ninth on the points table, their worst performance since 2021, with only four wins in 14 matches.

"Head coach Rahul Dravid will conclude his tenure with the franchise ahead of IPL 2026," the statement said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

"Rahul...