The T20 World Cup 2026 comes to the end of his work and the excitement is palpable as the Super 8 stage begins. Amid the high tension clashes, the former Indian coach and the legendary batsman Rahul Dravid shared a refreshing perspective on his ideal scenario for the climax of the tournament. While the world often expects a repeat of traditional rivalries, Dravid expressed his support for a story that could reshape the global cricket landscape.
Rahul Dravid reveals his dream final in T20 World Cup 2026
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Dravid revealed that his “Dream Finale” For the Men in Blue, there’s more to it than just winning. He admitted that he would gladly accept “India Vs Everyone” he expressed his desire to see the arrival of a nation that looked less at the summit alongside India. Dravid singled out Zimbabwe as the team he wants to see in the final on March 8 in Ahmedabad.
“I would take India against anyone. India against Zimbabwe? That would be great for Zimbabwean cricket. It would be amazing if Zimbabwe can do it.” Dravid remarked.
Dravid’s comments are not just sentimental; they are based on the outstanding performances of associate and rising nations in this publication. led Zimbabwe Sikandar Razawas the ‘giant killer’ of the tournament, securing historic group-stage wins over former champions Australia and Sri Lanka.
Appreciating the “fantastic cricket” played by these teams, the former coach noted that the emergence of such talent is the defining story of the 2026 World Cup. Even for teams that didn’t make the Super 8s, Dravid pointed out that their fearlessness is a huge boost to the sport’s global appeal.
Dravid on India’s potential in the world
Turning his attention to the recent champions, Dravid expressed his great confidence in the side he is currently leading. Suryakumar Yadav. He pointed out that India’s biggest strength in 2026 is the depth of the squad, which ensures that the team does not over-rely on just one or two star performers.
However, the ever-pragmatic Dravid cautioned that T20 remains the most “volatile format” of the game. He urged the Indian team to stick to their process and stay focused, reminding fans that one bad day can change everything in a knock-out scenario.
“They’re doing really well. They’ve been playing fantastic cricket in the last couple of years. As the tournament goes towards the Super 8s and you’re knocked out, I think it comes down to a few critical points. I think India’s big advantage is that we don’t rely on 1-2 guys. But we expect a lot from you with that depth. Of course, in Twenty20 cricket, it’s the most variable format of the game and on any given day, as a coach, you have to stick to the process and give your best. you can Dravid added.
