On August 24, 2024, Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s most prolific ODI run-scorers, announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket. The 38-year-old, who made his debut in 2010, leaves behind an impressive career, having scored 2315 runs in Tests, 6793 runs in ODIs, and 1759 runs in T20Is.
Known for his aggressive batting and strong performances in ICC events, Dhawan was particularly successful in the Champions Trophy and the World Cup, where he emerged as India’s top scorer in several tournaments. His partnership with Rohit Sharma also ranks among the most successful in ODI history.
Dhawan’s retirement announcement did not address his future in the IPL, leaving fans curious about whether he will continue in the league. Having played for various teams such as Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Punjab Kings, Dhawan is the second-highest run-scorer in IPL history with 6768 runs.
Although Dhawan did not explicitly mention his IPL career in his retirement video, some hints suggest he might have retired from the league as well. A Punjab Kings jersey and a Sunrisers Hyderabad memento featured prominently in the video, and Punjab Kings posted a tribute to Dhawan, possibly indicating his departure from the IPL.
While there’s no official confirmation yet, clarity on Dhawan’s IPL future is expected soon. His situation is being compared to other players like Dinesh Karthik, Robin Uthappa, and Suresh Raina, who either continued playing in overseas leagues or retired from all forms of cricket.
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