Cricketer Shikhar Dhawan announces Retirement from cricket

Shikhar Dhawan, the opener, announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on Saturday.

From 2010 to 2022, Dhawan represented India in 34 Tests, 167 One-Day Internationals, and 68 Twenty20 Internationals, before announcing his retirement from both international and domestic cricket.

“I only had one dream and that was to play for India and I even achieved that. I am thankful for so many people who contributed in my journey. First of all my family. My childhood coach Late Tarak Sinha, and Madan Sharma under whose guidance I learnt the basics of the game. I would also like to thank my team with whom I have played cricket for so long. I got another family, I got name, fame and love of all the fans,” Dhawan said.

“There is a saying you need to turn the page to read the full story. That’s what I am going to do. I am announcing my retirement from international and domestic cricket. When I am calling time on my career, I am at peace because I have played so much for country. I am thankful to BCCI and DDCA for giving me the opportunity. I am also thankful to the fans, who has given me so much love over the years,” further said.

“I am telling myself one thing that don’t be sad that you will not be able to represent India again but he is happy that he has played for India for so long. For me the biggest thing is that I played.” Dhawan concluded.