Senior Indian cricketer and Punjab Kings' captain Shikhar Dhawan has opened up about his upcoming transition from professional cricket to a new chapter in his life. The 38-year-old, who suffered a shoulder injury during the IPL 2024 season, expressed that his age might not allow him to play top-level cricket for much longer. Dhawan also shared his disappointment about not being able to play for Punjab in the majority of the season and believes he is in a "transition" period in his career.
Shikhar Dhawan Retires from International Cricket
On 26th March 2023, veteran Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from international cricket. The left-handed batsman, who has been a consistent performer for India across formats, made the decision after consulting with his family and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Background
Dhawan, 38, has had an illustrious career spanning over a decade. He made his international debut in 2010 and has since represented India in 34 Test matches, 167 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and 71 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Dhawan is renowned for his aggressive style of batting and has scored over 25,000 international runs, including 18 international centuries.
Retirement Announcement
In a statement posted on his social media accounts, Dhawan expressed his gratitude to his fans, teammates, and the BCCI for their support throughout his journey. He stated that he feels it is the right time for him to step away from international cricket and focus on the next phase of his life.
Transition to New Chapter
Dhawan revealed that he is excited about the new opportunities that await him after retirement. He plans to spend more time with his family, pursue his philanthropic interests, and contribute to the development of young cricketers.
FAQs
1. Why did Shikhar Dhawan retire? Dhawan retired due to a combination of age and injury. He suffered a shoulder injury during the 2023 IPL season, which affected his performance.
2. What are Dhawan's career highlights? Dhawan has scored over 25,000 international runs, including 18 international centuries. He was a key member of India's 2013 Champions Trophy-winning team and played a crucial role in India's run to the 2017 ICC Cricket World Cup final.
3. What will Dhawan do after retirement? Dhawan plans to focus on his family, pursue philanthropy, and mentor young cricketers.
4. Will Dhawan continue to play domestic cricket? Dhawan has not announced his plans for domestic cricket, but he has expressed his desire to continue playing in the IPL.
5. Who will replace Shikhar Dhawan in the Indian team? The BCCI has not yet announced a replacement for Dhawan in the Indian team. However, young openers such as Prithvi Shaw and Shubman Gill are expected to compete for his spot.
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