Saralnama
Rajiv Kumar served as Team India's massage therapist for nine years. He worked closely with top players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Kumar helped players recover from fatigue and pain during big tournaments like the World Cup and Asia Cup. He was a familiar face in the dressing room and on the boundary ropes. His role included massages, preparing energy drinks, and supporting fielders. Kumar had a strong bond with fast bowlers like Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma. His contract was not renewed recently, marking the end of his long service. This change comes amid other backroom staff changes in Team India. Though not well known to fans, Kumar was an important part of the team’s success behind the scenes. (Updated 26 Aug 2025, 15:16 IST; source: link)