Name Hindi: शिखर धवन / Gender Man
About Shikhar Dhawan, The Rising Star of Indian Cricket
Shikhar Dhawan is a popular figure in the world of cricket, often celebrated for his aggressive batting style. His dedication and sportsmanship have been instrumental to the successes of India’s national cricket team.
Early Life and Career Initiations
Born on December 5, 1985, in Delhi, India, Shikhar Dhawan grew up with an interest in cricket from a very early age. He began honing his skills at a very young age which led him to shine in various regional tournaments he participated during his teenage years. While studying at St. Marks Senior Secondary Public School in Paschim Vihar, New Delhi, Shikhar was more inclined towards developing himself as a cricketer which eventually resulted in excelling at Under-19 levels.
Career Highlights
- Dhawan made it into the National Team for the first time in October 2010 against Australia.
- He gained worldwide fame after breaking records by becoming the fastest debutant test centurion during his match against Australia in March 2013.
- In June 2013, he recorded the highest individual score (248) ever by an Indian in a List A match.
- During ICC Twenty20 Internationals tournament in September 2014, he became only the second player worldwide to have scored more than 1,000 runs within a single calendar year.
- In July 2018, he joined the league of elite players who scored over ten thousand ODI runs.
- Currently, he ranks among one of top run-getters for India both domestically and internationally.
- He received the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy by ICC for Cricketer of the Year 2014
- In January 2018, he was awarded the ODI Player of The Year at CEAT Cricket Ratings.
Style and On-field Strategies
Dhawan is best known for his aggressive playing style. He has the ability to take charge early in innings which puts pressure on the opposition. With exceptional hand-eye coordination, Dhawan is noted for his ferociously quick batting speeds.
Awards and Accolades
Despite such phenomenal successes, Shikhar has remained grounded throughout his career. He once said during an interview that he believes failures are a part of growth, proof of effort, commitment, and passion towards cricket. As one of the leading batsmen in World Cricket today, Shikhar Dhawan continues being an inspiration for young rising cricketers all around the globe.
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