Shikhar Dhawan, the former Indian opening batter, has signed up for the Legends League Cricket (LLC) just days after announcing his retirement from international and domestic cricket.
The LLC is set to kick off its next season in September. The league will showcase retired cricketing greats competing in a high-profile tournament.
Dhawan’s illustrious career is marked by several achievements. Notably, he was named Player of the Tournament in the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. He accumulated over 6,793 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs) with an impressive average of 44.1. Additionally, he scored 1,759 runs in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) at a strike rate of 91.35.
His contributions to the Indian cricket team and the Indian Premier League (IPL) have solidified his reputation as a cricketing icon. Over a career spanning more than a decade, Dhawan played 269 matches and scored 10,867 runs at an average of 40.
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Dhawan expressed his enthusiasm about joining the LLC, saying, “Taking on this new chapter with Legends League Cricket feels like the ideal progression after my retirement. My body is still conditioned for the demands of the game. While I am at ease with my decision, cricket remains an inseparable part of me. I’m eager to reunite with my cricketing friends and continue to entertain my fans as we create new memories together.”
Raman Raheja, Co-founder of LLC, welcomed Dhawan warmly. He stated, “We are thrilled to have Shikhar Dhawan join us. His experience and flair will undoubtedly enhance the competition and entertain fans. We look forward to seeing him in action alongside other cricket legends. This addition will strengthen our position as the second innings for legendary cricketers.”
Dhawan joins a growing list of cricketing superstars who have moved to the LLC after retirement. Other notable names include Aaron Finch, Martin Guptill, and Hashim Amla, who have all featured in the league following their international careers.
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