Rahul Dravid had a talent for cricket from a young age. He was coached by Keki Tarapore who helped hone his skills. Dravid made his debut for India in 1996 against England. He established himself as a mainstay of the test team, known for his patience and technique. Dravid struggled initially in ODIs but found success, including being the highest run scorer at the 1999 World Cup. He performed well for India in various tournaments and series over the years.