Rahul Dravid Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award

legendary cricketer expresses gratitude after receiving prestigious honour

Former Indian captain and coach Rahul Dravid has expressed deep gratitude after receiving the prestigious Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest honour given by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. The award was presented during the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 in New Delhi, recognising Dravid’s immense contribution to Indian cricket as both a player and a mentor.

award recognises lifelong contribution to indian cricket

The Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award is considered the most prestigious recognition from the BCCI for former players who have made outstanding contributions to the sport. Named after C. K. Nayudu, the award honours a lifetime of dedication and service to Indian cricket.

dravid calls the honour a privilege

Reacting to the honour, Dravid said he felt privileged to join the list of legendary cricketers who had previously received the award. He said he was grateful for the recognition and acknowledged that many past recipients had been his inspiration during his career as a player and later as a coach.

Dravid also mentioned that the award holds special significance because it connects him with generations of cricket legends who helped shape the history of Indian cricket.

a career built on dedication and excellence

Dravid is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history and is famously known as “The Wall.” During his international career, he scored thousands of runs for India and played a crucial role in many historic victories.

After retirement, he continued to contribute to the sport by mentoring young cricketers and serving as a coach for the India national cricket team. His commitment to discipline, patience and team development has left a lasting impact on Indian cricket.