Rahul Dravid backs India to reach WTC final despite mid-table position

Former India coach Rahul Dravid expressed optimism about India’s prospects in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle despite the side sitting fifth in the current standings. He highlighted tough upcoming Tests against New Zealand and Australia but said India’s quality makes them difficult to rule out. Dravid pointed to the squad’s depth and experience as reasons for confidence in reaching the final. The team remains below Bangladesh in the points table after mixed results in the current cycle. India face a packed schedule of home and away Tests before the final qualification window closes.