"Was Leading Indian Team": With Big Shubman Gill Remark, Shikhar Dhawan Opens Up On Team India Exile

07.04.2023 - 14:05 sports.ndtv.com

One of the most consistent players for India in white-ball cricket, Shikhar Dhawan finds himself on the sidelines, with younger players being preferred by the selectors in the national team.

It isn't long ago that Dhawan led the Indian team on a tour of Sri Lanka. But now, he is struggling to even be a part of the squad in any of the three formats.

In an interview, Dhawan opened up on his exile while also holding some words of appreciation for the man who eventually replaced him, Shubman Gill.

When it comes to white-ball cricket, Dhawan remains one of the finest openers for India. His record in ICC events speaks volumes about the roster he has built over the years.

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