Author: Subhi Saxena Date: 24/08/24
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Shikhar Dhawan is an Indian left-handed Cricketer. He announced his retirement on 24th August 2024 on his social media platforms.
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Shikhar Dhawan debuted in 2010 against Australia in the ODI format and he also made his Test debut against Australia in Mohali 2013.
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He is one of the only eight cricketers who has scored 5000 runs in the ODI format. Dhawan has made 6793 runs in 167 matches.
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Gabbar aka Shikhar Dhawan made an exquisite debut in the Test Match against Australia in 2012-13. That's where he replaced Virendra Sehwag as the opener in the third match and scored the fastest century by a debutant.
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Shikhar Dhawan is known for his classy short-form cricket. He has scored 1759 runs in 68 matches with 191 fours and 50 sixes.
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In the 2003-04 Under-19 World Cup, Shikhar Dhawan became the 'Player of the Tournament' for scoring 505 runs with three centuries.
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Shikhar Dhawan's electrifying performances gave him the chance to play in the 2013 Champions Trophy. Dhawan scored his maiden century in the opening match with 114 runs and became the 'Man of the Match.'
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Shikhar Dhawan's IPL journey has also been classy. He has been a part of Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings. He was also a part of Deccan Chargers and Delhi Daredevils (now, Delhi Capitals).
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