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  1. Jul 26, 2016 · Known for his staunch technique and the patience to spend hours and hours at the crease, Dravid, throughout the course of his career, was affectionately called ‘The Wall’ in appreciation of his...

  2. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › Rahul_DravidRahul Dravid - Wikipedia

    Known for his outstanding batting technique, [4] Dravid scored 24,177 runs in international cricket and is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. [5][6][7] He is colloquially known as Mr. Dependable and often referred to as The Wall. [8]

  3. Feb 7, 2023 · One such star is Rahul Dravid, fondly called ‘The Wall” during his playing career due to his rock-solid defense and determined attitude. He was as important to the Indian side as Sachin Tendulkar.

  4. Jan 17, 2024 · Rahul Dravid, who displayed exceptional resilience with the bat, especially in Test cricket, is called "The Wall" in cricket. Take a look at some of the knocks that earned him this moniker.

  5. Sep 12, 2024 · Rahul Dravid, nicknamed 'The Wall', is celebrated for his exceptional defensive skills and reliability as a batsman. His ability to absorb pressure and anchor innings set him apart.

  6. Mar 9, 2012 · Dravid's nickname 'The Wall' was devised because of innings such as the 270 he made in more than 12 hours against Pakistan in 2004, the longest by an...

  7. Jul 17, 2016 · It is often said that former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid got the nickname of ‘The Wall’ because of his ability to stay at the crease for a long period. There have been few...

  8. Jul 19, 2016 · It is often believed that former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid is nicknamed as ‘The Wall’ because of his staunch technique and the patience to spend long hours at the crease, and also a mark of appreciation of his skills as a batsman who was very hard to dismiss from the wicket.

  9. Jul 3, 2024 · July 3, 2024. Rahul Dravid, renowned for his exceptional resilience and steadfast defense in Test cricket, is famously known as “The Wall.” This nickname aptly reflects his ability to hold his ground at the crease, providing the Indian batting lineup with a solid foundation.

  10. In his 16-year career, former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid — referred by many as ‘The Wall’ — built a reputation as a masterful batsman and an authoritative figure at the crease.