India head coach Gautam Gambhir congratulated Shikhar Dhawan on a remarkable career following Dhawan’s surprise retirement from international cricket, which he announced on Instagram on Saturday. Tributes poured in for the veteran batter, who played a crucial role in India’s success over the last decade.
Among those who wished Dhawan well was Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who shared a heartfelt message. Gambhir, who also paid tribute to Dhawan, wrote, “Congratulations Shiki on a fantastic career! I know you will spread the same joy through everything you take up in the future.”
Gambhir and Dhawan share a deep connection, having played together for Delhi and had a brief stint with the Delhi Daredevils in the early years of the IPL.
Dhawan’s retirement marks the end of an illustrious career. Known for his aggressive batting style, he was instrumental in India’s 2013 Champions Trophy win, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer. He also played a key role in India’s journey to the 2015 World Cup semi-finals, highlighted by a memorable century against South Africa.
Over his career, Dhawan scored 2315 runs in 34 Tests, 6793 runs in 167 ODIs, and 1759 runs in 68 T20Is, amassing 24 centuries across formats. His contributions to Indian cricket have left a lasting legacy.
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