• Dravid’s departure delayed

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    India coach Rahul Dravid tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of the team’s departure for the Asia Cup in the UAE.

    The T20I tournament begins on Saturday, with India’s first match a blockbuster clash with Pakistan on Sunday in Dubai.

    The BCCI said Dravid returned a positive result after a routine test.

    “Mr Dravid is under the supervision of the BCCI medical team and has mild symptoms,” said a statement. “He will join the team once he returns with a negative Covid-19 report.”

    The squad, led by Rohit Sharma, is due to assemble in the UAE on Tuesday for the six-nation tournament which also serves as a warm-up for the T20 World Cup in October.

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