Rahul Dravid is a former Indian cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport. Born on January 11, 1973, in Indore, India, he earned the nickname "The Wall" for his solid defense and ability to play long innings. Dravid made his international debut in 1996 and played for the Indian national team until 2012, accumulating over 13,000 runs in Test matches and more than 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). After retiring from cricket, Dravid took on various roles, including coaching and mentoring young players. He served as the head coach of the India U-19 team and the India A team, helping to develop future talents for the national squad. In 2019, he was appointed as the head of the National Cricket Academy in India, where he continues to contribute to the growth of cricket in the country.