Rahul Dravid Records & Statistics
Rahul Dravid Records, Stats, Centuries, The Wall & Career Achievements
Rahul Dravid – The Wall of Indian Cricket
Rahul Dravid is one of the greatest Test batsmen in cricket history. Renowned for his flawless technique, concentration, and resilience, Dravid became the backbone of India’s batting lineup for over 15 years.
Nicknamed “The Wall”, he is among the few players to score more than 10,000 runs in both Test and ODI cricket and is widely regarded as one of the greatest overseas batsmen ever.
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rahul Sharad Dravid |
| Born | 11 January 1973 |
| Birth Place | Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Country | India |
| Batting Style | Right-Hand Bat |
| Role | Top-Order Batsman |
| Test Debut | vs England, 1996 |
| ODI Debut | vs Sri Lanka, 1996 |
| T20I Debut | vs England, 2011 |
| International Career | 1996–2012 |
Career Statistics
Test Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 | 13,288 | 52.31 | 36 | 63 | 270 |
Dravid is among the highest run-scorers in Test cricket history.
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 344 | 10,889 | 39.17 | 12 | 83 | 153 |
Despite being known as a Test specialist, Dravid scored more than 10,000 ODI runs and was one of India’s most reliable ODI batsmen.
T20 International
| Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 | 147.61 |
Dravid played only one T20I match but famously hit three sixes in that innings.
International Career Summary
| Matches | Runs | Centuries |
|---|---|---|
| 509 | 24,208 | 48 |
Dravid is one of only a handful of cricketers to score over 24,000 international runs.
Major Career Records
Most Balls Faced in Test Cricket
| Balls Faced |
|---|
| 31,258 |
This is the highest number of deliveries faced by any batsman in Test cricket history, reflecting Dravid’s remarkable endurance and concentration.
First Batsman to Score Test Centuries in All Test Nations
Dravid became the first cricketer to score a Test century in every Test-playing nation of his era.
10,000+ Runs in Tests and ODIs
| Format | Runs |
|---|---|
| Tests | 13,288 |
| ODIs | 10,889 |
He joined an elite group of batsmen to cross 10,000 runs in both formats.
Historic Partnerships
318-Run Partnership with Sourav Ganguly
ICC Cricket World Cup 1999
| Partnership | Partner |
|---|---|
| 318 Runs | Sourav Ganguly |
This was then a world-record ODI partnership.
331-Run Partnership with Sachin Tendulkar
| Partnership | Partner |
|---|---|
| 331 Runs | Sachin Tendulkar |
One of the greatest ODI partnerships in cricket history.
Overseas Records
Rahul Dravid is often considered India’s greatest overseas Test batsman.
Famous Overseas Centuries
- England
- Australia
- South Africa
- New Zealand
- West Indies
- Pakistan
His overseas Test average exceeded his home average, a rare achievement among great batsmen.
Famous Innings
180 vs Australia (Kolkata, 2001)
One of the greatest Test innings ever played.
Historic Partnership
| Partnership | Partner |
|---|---|
| 376 Runs | VVS Laxman |
This partnership helped India achieve one of the most famous comebacks in cricket history.
233 vs Australia (Adelaide, 2003)
A match-winning innings that led India to a historic Test victory in Australia.
270 vs Pakistan (Rawalpindi, 2004)
His highest Test score and one of India’s greatest overseas innings.
Captaincy Record
India Captain
| Format | Matches | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Tests | 25 | 8 |
| ODIs | 79 | 42 |
Under Dravid’s captaincy, India achieved its first Test series victory in England in 21 years (2007).
Awards & Honors
- Padma Bhushan (2013)
- Padma Shri (2004)
- ICC Player of the Year (2004)
- ICC Test Player of the Year (2004)
- ICC Cricket Hall of Fame Inductee
Interesting Facts
Unique Records
- Most balls faced in Test cricket history.
- Over 24,000 international runs.
- 48 international centuries.
- 13,288 Test runs.
- 10,889 ODI runs.
- More than 200 catches in Test cricket.
Fan Recognition
Among cricket fans, Dravid is widely respected as one of the most selfless team players. A popular sentiment often repeated in cricket discussions is that he was “The Wall” who could bat for days and wear down the strongest bowling attacks.
Coaching Career
After retirement, Dravid became one of the most successful cricket coaches and mentors.
Major Roles
- Head of the National Cricket Academy.
- Coach of India Under-19 team.
- Head Coach of the India national cricket team.
- Guided India to major ICC successes as coach.
Why Rahul Dravid Is Special
Rahul Dravid’s greatness comes from:
✅ Unbreakable concentration
✅ Technical perfection
✅ Success in overseas conditions
✅ Team-first mentality
✅ Longevity and consistency
Few batsmen in cricket history have combined skill, discipline, and reliability as effectively as Rahul Dravid.
Career Highlights
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| International Runs | 24,208 |
| Test Runs | 13,288 |
| ODI Runs | 10,889 |
| International Centuries | 48 |
| Test Centuries | 36 |
| Balls Faced in Tests | 31,258 |
| Highest Test Score | 270 |
FAQs
Why is Rahul Dravid called “The Wall”?
Because of his exceptional defensive technique, concentration, and ability to bat for long periods under pressure.
How many international runs did Rahul Dravid score?
Rahul Dravid scored 24,208 international runs across all formats.
How many centuries did Rahul Dravid score?
He scored 48 international centuries (36 Tests and 12 ODIs).
What is Rahul Dravid’s highest Test score?
His highest Test score is 270 against Pakistan.
What record does Rahul Dravid hold in Test cricket?
He holds the record for most balls faced in Test cricket history (31,258).
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