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Rohit Sharma Hails "The Ultimate Jatt" Shikhar Dhawan Following Retirement

The Indian skipper Rohit Sharma hailed his long-time opening partner Shikhar Dhawan following his international and domestic cricket retirement, calling him "The Ultimate Jatt". Dhawan announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on Saturday after an illustrious career that saw him flourish as a dependable and swashbuckling opener across all formats, most notably ODIs and during multi-nation 50-over tournaments. Taking to X, Rohit shared a series of pictures with Shikhar, showing their rock-solid bond on and off the field.

Shikhar Dhawan Picks Funniest Indian Cricketer, Rohit Sharma And Yuzvendra Chahal Snubbed

On being asked to name the funniest Indian cricketer, former batter Shikhar Dhawan ignored the likes of Rohit Sharma and Yuzvendra Chahal who are known for their unmatched humour on and off the field. Instead, Dhawan, who announced his retirement on Saturday, picked star batter Virat Kohli as the funniest of the lot. Dhawan played a total of 110 limited-overs matches together, including 87 ODIs and 23 T20Is with Kohli. The pair also spent a lot of time in the domestic circuit, representing Delhi during the early stage of their careers.

Shikhar Dhawan Retirement: How "Gabbar" Became A Modern-Day White-Ball Great

After India opener Shikhar Dhawan announced his decision to retire from the international and domestic circuit, here is a look at the remarkable cricketing journey of the southpaw batter that began in Delhi and ended with an everlasting impression globally. The fans of Indian cricket were left tongue-tied after Dhawan announced his retirement from all formats of cricket on his social media platform. In a career that spanned over 14 years, the calmness that Dhawan exuded on and off the field was one characteristic that set him apart from the other stalwarts of Indian cricket. From becoming famous as "Gabbar" and hitting his trademark 'thigh celebration' in international games and Indian Premier League, Dhawan made his presence felt throughout his career.

"Going To Leave The Sport Poorer": Sunil Gavaskar On Shikhar Dhawan's Retirement

After Shikhar Dhawan recently called time on his playing career across all formats, legendary India opener Sunil Gavaskar feels the left-handed opener's retirement leaves cricket ‘poorer'. He added that injuries may have influenced Dhawan's decision to retire from the game. In all, Dhawan scored 6,793 runs in 167 ODIs at an average of 44.11 and a strike rate of 91.35, including 17 centuries. In 34 Tests, he amassed 2,315 runs at an average of 40.61, while hitting seven centuries, including 189 on debut against Australia at Mohali. In 68 T20Is, he scored 1,759 runs at a strike rate of 126.36.

Virat Kohli's Unmissable Post As Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement

Senior batter Virat Kohli on Sunday hailed Shikhar Dhawan as one of India's most dependable openers, noting that while his fervour, sportsmanship and signature smile will be missed, his enduring legacy will forever resonate. The premier top-order batter, Dhawan announced his retirement from all form of cricket on Saturday.

IPL Franchise Boss Makes Rohit Sharma Intent Clear Ahead Of Auction

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction promises to be a nail-biter, with many top players expected to join new franchises. Among the biggest names linked with a move away from their existing teams is Rohit Sharma. The Hitman's fallout with the Mumbai Indians isn't a hidden story, ever since he was removed as the franchise's captain, ahead of the IPL 2024 season. Hardik Pandya replaced him as the team's skipper, with the change earning both the India all-rounder and MI bosses plenty of criticism from fans and former cricketers.

Ravi Shastri Pays Tribute To Shikhar Dhawan In heartfelt Retirement Message

In a heartfelt tribute to Shikhar Dhawan, former Indian cricket team head coach and director Ravi Shastri expressed his gratitude and admiration for the cricketer's impactful career. On Twitter, Shastri shared his sentiments, celebrating Dhawan's contributions to the sport and reflecting on their shared experiences. "Enjoy your retirement, Shiki Boy! You brought me so much joy and entertainment during my 7 years as coach and director. Your match-winning innings in ICC tournaments, Asia Cups, and that unforgettable knock in Galle will always be remembered. You're still young and have plenty of ways to contribute to the sport. God bless."

"Not Tough But...": Shikhar Dhawan's Honest Confession On Retirement Decision

Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on Saturday. The left-handed batter took to social media to post a video message where he announced his decision and thanks both fans and associations for their love and support. Dhawan last played for India back in 2022 during the ODI series against Bangladesh. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Dhawan opened up about his decision to retire and said that although it was not tough for him, the decision was quite emotional.

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Rohit Sharma Hails "The Ultimate Jatt" Shikhar Dhawan Following Retirement

Shikhar Dhawan Picks Funniest Indian Cricketer, Rohit Sharma And Yuzvendra Chahal Snubbed

Shikhar Dhawan Retirement: How "Gabbar" Became A Modern-Day White-Ball Great

"Going To Leave The Sport Poorer": Sunil Gavaskar On Shikhar Dhawan's Retirement

Virat Kohli's Unmissable Post As Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement

IPL Franchise Boss Makes Rohit Sharma Intent Clear Ahead Of Auction

Ravi Shastri Pays Tribute To Shikhar Dhawan In heartfelt Retirement Message

"Not Tough But...": Shikhar Dhawan's Honest Confession On Retirement Decision