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‘Thank You, Mr. ICC’: Fans Bids Emotional Goodbye To Shikhar Dhawan

‘Thank You, Mr. ICC’: Fans Bids Emotional Goodbye To Shikhar Dhawan

In Indian cricket, the “Gabbar era” is over. At the age of 38, Shikhar Dhawan has bid farewell to both the domestic and international circuits. On Saturday, August 24, the former opening batter made his decision known with a video message. From 2013 till 2018, Dhawan, who is renowned for his daring batting, was an important part of India’s white-ball squad. Under MS Dhoni’s leadership, India won the 2013 Champions Trophy, and he finished as the leading scorer with 363 runs. In addition, Dhawan scored the most runs throughout the 2015 ODI World Cup. He was known as “Mr. ICC,” a moniker he acquired for his dependable performance in important tournaments.

When Shikhar Dhawan played in an ODI match against Bangladesh at Chattogram in December 2022, he was last seen donning the Blue jersey. His career was particularly problematic in its latter stages because of recurrent injuries. The captain of the Punjab Kings suffered a shoulder injury during a home game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, which caused him to miss the most of the previous Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

He remarked, “Countless memories and gratitude accompany me as I close this chapter of my cricketing journey.” I appreciate all of your kindness and help. “Jai Hind!”

Many cricket fans honored Dhawan with social media tributes after learning of his retirement. Best wishes were also sent by his former Indian teammates for the second half of his life.

A sincere message for Dhawan was shared on Instagram by Suresh Raina, who was also a member of the team that won the Champions Trophy in 2013. “Brother, having you in the changing room was a true pleasure. I hope that all of your future endeavors turn out well. The mythology of the Chennai Super Kings wrote, “Onward and upward.”

‘Thank You, Mr. ICC’: Fans Bids Emotional Goodbye To Shikhar Dhawan
Virender Sehwag, a renowned Indian opener, praised Shikhar Dhawan for his “fantastic career.” In the IPL, the two had played together with the Delhi Daredevils, who are now the Delhi Capitals. “You can be proud of the way you gave it your all every time, Shikhar Dhawan,” wrote Sehwag. I hope you keep having fun and making the most of your life. Love for his “Shikhi Pa” was also expressed by Indian bowler Kuldeep Yadav. “Your enthusiasm, commitment, and energy have been an inspiration to all of us,” he wrote. You’ve made everyone happy on and off the field. Mohammed Shami, a seasoned speed bowler, posted on X (previously Twitter): “An amazing adventure comes to an end. You’ve been a great inspiration both on and off the field, Shikhar Dhawan. You will always remain Indian cricket’s genuine “GABBAR.” Other players of the current age, like Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya, have complimented Shikhar Dhawan on Instagram stories. Children like Prithvi Shaw, Washington Sundar, and Tilak Verma have also shown their admiration for the Indian legend.
Other players of the current age, like Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya, have complimented Shikhar Dhawan on Instagram stories. Children like Prithvi Shaw, Washington Sundar, and Tilak Verma have also shown their admiration for the Indian legend.
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