Rahul Dravid, recognized for his serene and composed nature, has recently become the focus of an unforeseen incident following a verbal dispute with an auto driver in Bengaluru. This occurrence, which transpired on Cunningham Road adjacent to the renowned M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, has rapidly gained attention online, reviving the well-known "Indiranagar ka gunda" meme that originated from a previous advertisement featuring Dravid.

The former head coach of the Indian cricket team is currently in his hometown in preparation for his upcoming role with the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. However, his visit took an unexpected turn when he was involved in a minor accident with an auto-rickshaw, resulting in a spirited exchange.

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Rahul Dravid’s Car touches a goods auto on Cunningham Road Bengaluru #RahulDravid #Bangalore pic.twitter.com/AH7eA1nc4g

— Spandan Kaniyar ಸ್ಪಂದನ್ ಕಣಿಯಾರ್ (@kaniyar_spandan) February 4, 2025

While the exact words exchanged remain unclear due to poor audio, onlookers claimed that Dravid attempted to explain that the collision was not his fault. According to Indiatimes, witnesses reported that the auto driver had applied sudden brakes, leaving Dravid with little time to react, resulting in a minor crash.

Eventually, the driver, speaking in Kannada, admitted fault but suggested that Dravid could have done more to prevent the accident. It was further reported that Dravid took the number of the auto driver and left.

There were no major damages or casualties, and as of now, no FIR or police complaint has been filed regarding the incident. However, with the video of the confrontation spreading rapidly on social media, authorities may consider looking into the matter further.

The incident has reignited the "Indiranagar ka gunda" references, a throwback to Dravid’s uncharacteristically aggressive avatar in a past advertisement with Cred. Social media users referred to the ad as Dravid lost his cool in a rare public display of anger.

is this another cred ad? https://t.co/PPBnBN4qxu

— kush (@aakashmeifucan) February 4, 2025

Sir, you are Indiranagar ka goonda.#RahulDravid #autodriver https://t.co/cy2CDg1It4 pic.twitter.com/gTMVF4U5NY

— RCB in Tumakuru (@ThisIsSiddesh) February 4, 2025

Even 'the wall' cannot defend against - the friendly neighborhood auto-driver on Bengaluru streets https://t.co/ldxdM59Y38

— Concerned_Citizen (@Concerned1nd1an) February 4, 2025

From Indiranagar ka gunda to Cunningham Road ka gunda. https://t.co/UYnh0FWlch

— Nivedita (@Nivivacious) February 4, 2025

Dravid’s new role with Rajasthan Royals

Following his successful leadership of India to triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup, Dravid resigned from his position as head coach of the national team and accepted a role with the Rajasthan Royals in preparation for IPL 2025. The 52-year-old, who had previously represented RR from 2011 to 2013, is now set to steer the Jaipur-based franchise towards securing their first championship since 2008.

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