On Saturday, Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from both international and domestic cricket. He said that the decision to leave the field was made with peace of mind. He posted a video on X (formerly Twitter) addressing the concerns of his fans, who had been requesting an update regarding his cricketing career.
Key Takeaways
- The 38-year-old Shikhar Dhawan announces retirement from cricket with a video addressing his fans and well-wishers.
- Since his debut against Australia in 2010, Dhawan has played cricket for India in all three forms.
- Dhawan has participated in 222 Indian Premier League (IPL) games while playing for the Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Punjab Kings.
Shikhar Dhawan Retirement Message
During his announcement video, which was uploaded to X on Saturday, August 24, 2024, Shikhar Dhawan looked happy. “I will carry forward fond memories and gratitude for the opportunity to represent the Indian Team in T20, ODI, and Test Cricket,” he said as he closes the chapter of his cricketing adventure.
As he hopes to move on with his life, leaving his wonderful career behind to start a new journey. His announcement from both domestic and international cricket has put an end in the field. He added that it brings peace of mind to remember that he played Indian cricket for a long time.
A Look at Shikhar Dhawan’s Cricket Journey (2010-2024)
Shikhar Dhawan hails from New Delhi. He had challenges early in his career in cricket, scoring a ‘duck’ on his debut against Australia in 2010. However, like a warrior, he made a strong comeback in 2013. Since then, Dhawan has been an integral part of Indian Cricket, consistently delivering brilliant performances across all three cricket formats.
He scored an amazing 185 runs on his Test debut against Australia. Mostly known for his aggressive play, Dhawan formed opening partnerships with Rohit Sharma that were feared by opposing teams. In his IPL career, he has played a total of 222 matches, scoring 6769 runs, and played a key role in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s 2016 title win.