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Rahul Dravid Jersey Overview
Rahul Dravid is best known for jersey number 19 in international cricket, earned through numerology advice and tied to his wife's birthday, symbolizing his rock-solid technique.
Rahul Dravid: Teams Played For
Dravid wore #19 primarily for India (Tests/ODIs 1996–2011), Karnataka domestically, and early IPL with Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Rahul Dravid: Jersey Significance
Number 19 reflects "The Wall's" endurance with 13,288 Test runs, key partnerships in overseas wins like 2001 Kolkata, and vice-captaincy stability.
Rahul Dravid: Previous Numbers
Dravid started with #5 early career, switching to #19 post-marriage on numerologist advice for better fortunes.
Rahul Dravid: Fun Fact
Dravid quipped #19 honored his wife's 19th birthday for luck, a change coinciding with peak form including 148 at Wanderers—still inspires players like U19 skipper Niki Prasad.
