NEW DELHI: In a major setback to the Indian cricket team’s preparation forthe Asia Cup 2022, their head coach Rahul Dravid has tested positive forcoronavirus and his participation in the tournament is doubtful.
According to Indian media reports, Dravid’s test returned positive ahead ofthe team’s departure to UAE for the tournament. He did not travel toZimbabwe and VVS Laxman acted as head coach during the Africa tour.
India are scheduled to play their first match against arch-rivals Pakistanat the Dubai Cricket Stadium on August 28 (Sunday).
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