Castrol presents a biography on Rahul Dravid

Televisionpoint.com Team
Castrol India Limited today unveiled a biography on Rahul Dravid, at the hands of Greg Chappell, coach of the Indian cricket team. Authored by Devendra Prabhudesai, the biography reconstructs the incidents and events that have contributed to making Rahul Dravid one of the greatest cricketers to have played the game, informs a media release.

The book which is titled The Nice Guy Who Finished First - A biography of Rahul Dravid, is a tribute to a role model who refuses to rest on his laurels, and remains as intense in his quest for perfection as he was when he Started his cricketing career.

"This biography holds a special place for me as it succinctly captures some of the most passionate and intense cricketing moments of my life and career till date. I am sure cricket lovers will relish these anecdotes from my life," said Rahul Dravid, who is also Castrol's Brand Ambassador.

Commenting on the launch of the book, Sudhanshu Vats, Vice President Marketing, Castrol India Limited said, "We are proud to present the biography on India's skipper and our Brand Ambassador – Rahul Dravid. Cricket lovers all over the world will enjoy reading about the incidents and events that have contributed to making Rahul one of the greatest cricketers in the world. I am sure this book will be an inspiration to all budding cricketers. In India, cricket is more than just a game, it's a passion and Castrol is committed to celebrating the best of Indian cricket."

The book outlines Rahul David's moments of triumph as also his trials and tribulations. The book narrates the epic battle, one that he eventually won, to break free of the stereotypes that haunted him in his early years at the international level. His efforts to emerge from the intimidating shadows castby his teammates and contemporaries are illustrated in great detail. The book highlights the physical, mental and of course, technical attributes that have elevated Rahul to legendary status.

This is the author – Devendra Prabhudesai's second book, the first being a compilation – An Umpire Remembers – the autobiography of Piloo Reporter. This is his first independent book on cricket. The book is published by Rupa and is sponsored by Castrol India Limited.