Rahul Dravid has pointed to a generational shift in Indian cricket as a key factor behind the team’s struggles in Test matches. India’s decline in red-ball cricket consistency has sparked widespread debate, particularly as the team continues to excel in limited-overs formats while falling short in longer contests. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementDravid, reflecting on his time as head coach, offered a detailed explanation that focused less on talent and more on how modern players prepare for Test cricket. “To play on turning tracks, or play on seaming wickets, doing that for hours and hours in a Test match is not easy. For Dravid, the issue is not effort or intent, but a modern calendar that leaves little room for the repetition Test cricket demands.