Gabbar’s Farewell: Shikhar Dhawan Retires from Cricket

Shikhar Dhawan has announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket, expressing gratitude for the love and support he received throughout his career. He will continue to participate in league cricket, including IPL.

Retirement Announcement

Shikhar Dhawan announced retirement from international and domestic cricket
Shared the news through a video on social media
Expressed gratitude for love and support received throughout his career
Stated he's at peace with the decision, not feeling emotional
Emphasized his desire to rest after dedicating most of his life to cricket
Will continue to participate in league cricket, including IPL

Career Highlights and Achievements

Represented India in 34 Tests, 167 ODIs, and 68 T20Is
Amassed 6,793 runs in ODIs at an average of 44.11
Scored 2,315 runs in Tests with an average of 40.61
Achieved 24 international centuries across formats
Known for excellent performances in multi-team tournaments (Champions Trophy, Asia Cup, World Cup)
Scored the fastest century by a debutant in Tests (85 balls) against Australia in 2013
Won the 'golden bat' for highest run-scorer in Champions Trophy 2013 and 2017
Nicknamed 'Mr. ICC' for stellar performances in ICC ODI tournaments
India's highest run-scorer in the 2015 ODI World Cup
Captained India in several limited-overs series

Journey and Gratitude

Made his first-class debut in 2004
International debut against Australia in an ODI in 2010
Last international appearance: ODI against Bangladesh in December 2022
Thanked BCCI and DDCA for opportunities
Expressed gratitude to childhood coaches Late Tarak Sinha and Madan Sharma
Acknowledged support from family, teammates, and fans
Described Test debut as his personal favorite memory
Reflected on achieving his dream of playing for India and making world records

Reactions and Legacy

Social media users described his retirement as the "end of an era"
Fans praised his impact on Indian cricket, especially in ICC tournaments
Known for his calm and composed demeanor
Iconic celebration style remembered by fans
Partnership with Rohit Sharma considered one of the most successful in cricket history
Recognized for his contributions to Indian cricket across formats
Left an indelible mark as a prolific top-order batsman
Admired for his ability to perform in high-pressure situations

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