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Former India coach Rahul Dravid has bought the Dublin franchise in the European T20 Premier League and the team has been named Dublin Guardians, while Ravichandran Ashwin will lead the side as captain. The move brings two big Indian cricket names into the new overseas league and adds major interest to the tournament.
Dravid, who was earlier associated with Rajasthan Royals as head coach, is now the owner of the Dublin team. According to the reports, the franchise is part of the European T20 Premier League, which is set to feature six teams. Ashwin, one of India’s most experienced off-spinners, has been chosen to captain the side.
The development is important because it shows how Indian cricket stars are taking bigger roles in overseas leagues. Dravid’s entry as an owner and Ashwin’s appointment as captain will likely give the Dublin Guardians strong attention from fans in India and abroad. The team name, Dublin Guardians, was also confirmed in the reports.
The reports say the deal comes during IPL 2026, when cricket activity in India is already at its peak. With Dravid and Ashwin linked to the same franchise, the team has instantly become one of the most talked-about sides in the competition. The exact details of the league and franchise were highlighted in the linked reports, which also confirmed Ashwin’s captaincy.
This marks another step in the growing global reach of Indian cricket. Big names from India are now not only playing and coaching at home, but also buying into and leading teams in overseas tournaments. For the European T20 Premier League, that could mean wider attention, stronger branding, and more interest from cricket followers.
