Yashasvi Jaiswal heaped massive praise on the former Indian Head Coach and now the Head Coach for the Rajasthan Royals and deems his presence to be an absolute privilege. Since breaking into the Indian team, Jaiswal has had the chance to spend time with the Indian legend and sees his presence as a big plus for the Rajasthan Royals in their ongoing campaign. “He is an incredible human being. Having someone like Rahul Dravid Sir in this era is a privilege,” Jaiswal told JioHotstar. The Royals, after having a poor start to their season, found their winning momentum as they beat the Chennai Super Kings in their third game of the season. Now they will hope to build on that but face a tough challenge against the table-toppers, Punjab Kings. One of the biggest concerns for the Royals has been Jaiswal’s form with the bat. He has not been able to make a decent start in this season. Nonetheless, Jaiswal was all praise for Dravid and his presence in the side to give himself and the others the confidence to find their mojo. “I think he is an amazing leader—supportive, caring, and always looking out for everyone. He instills confidence in players, assuring them that they are in the right space and providing the right guidance, which is crucial for both individual careers and the team as a whole,” he shared. “Seeing him up close is an opportunity to learn—not just about cricket, but also about the way he carries himself off the field. He has maintained such grace and composure over the years, and there is so much to absorb from him,” he added. Punjab Kings have been arguably the best team so far and the Royals will need to fire on all cylinders if they are to make it their second consecutive win of the season. Stay updated with all the latest news on IPL 2025, including the schedule, points table, top run-scorers (IPL Orange Cap), and leading wicket-takers (IPL Purple Cap). Get real-time updates, match highlights, and expert insights—only on News18.