Shikhar Dhawan announces retirement from football, leaves a touching message to fans

Shikhar Dhawan On Saturday, Dhawan announced his retirement from domestic and international cricket. The left-handed batsman posted a touching message on social media to announce his decision to retire from all forms of cricket to his fans. Dhawan last played for the Indian cricket team during the 2022 ODI series against India. However, he lost his place in the Shubman Gill and other young openers in the past few years. Dhawan posted a long video message on X (formerly Twitter) thanking his fans and the association for their love and support throughout his career.

As I close this chapter of my cricket career, my heart is filled with countless memories and gratitude. Thank you for your love and support! Jai Hind!pic.twitter.com/QKxRH55Lgx

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) August 24, 2024

“I stand in a position where I look back and see only memories and look forward and see only a new life. It was always my dream to play for India and I have finally achieved that dream. I have many people to thank for this. First my family, my childhood coach and then the team I have been playing with for many years. I have been given a new family, fame and love. But as they say, to move on, you need to turn over a new leaf,” Dhawan said in a post by ‘X’.

“I announce my retirement from international and domestic cricket. I am at peace as I bid farewell to my cricket journey. I have played for the national team many times. I only said to myself that you don’t have to feel sad that you can’t play for the national team anymore, but be happy that you get the opportunity to do so,” he signed off.

Dhawan has represented India in 34 Test matches, 167 One-Day Internationals and 68 T20 Internationals.

He scored 6793 runs at an average of 44.11 in his best 50 innings. He averaged 40.61 in 2315 Test matches.

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