"Shifted My Focus From...": Shikhar Dhawan On Competition For Opening Slots In Team India
After their defeat in South Africa this year, India bounced back in style and clinched the ongoing three-match ODI series vs West Indies in Ahmedabad with a game remaining. 2-0 up, the hosts will be aiming to complete a clean sweep in the ongoing third ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium. All eyes will also be on Shikhar Dhawan during the third ODI, who missed the first two games. The opener missed the first ODI after testing positive for Covid-19 and resumed training before the second match but wasn't included in the playing XI. The veteran will be hoping to put in a good display especially with the rising competition for the opener slots within the Indian setup. Such was the competition that the experienced cricketer wasn't included in last year's T20 World Cup squad. Ahead of the third ODI, Dhawan was asked about the competition for openers in the national team. Answering the question, he revealed he had shifted focus from "contribution to competition".


