On 24th August, star Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from both international and domestic cricket. The Indian player shared this news through a social media post. In the video, Dhawan can be heard saying, "It's important to turn the page to move forward in life, and that's why I am announcing my retirement from international and domestic cricket.
I am leaving with peace in my heart, knowing that I played for so long for India. I tell myself not to feel sad that I will not play for India anymore, but to feel happy that I played for my country." Dhawan last showcased his skills on the field in April, where he served as the captain of Punjab Kings .
He is retiring with 24 centuries (17 in ODIs and seven in Tests) across 269 international matches. He is among one of the eight ODI batters with over 5000 runs at a 40-plus average and a 90-plus strike rate. Since his debut in 2010, he has consistently been in the news, whether for his impressive batting, luxury lifestyle, or his divorce.
As a successful player, Dhawan has amassed significant wealth. Let's take a look at his net worth and his life. Net Worth Although Dhawan has been absent from the playing XI for two years now, with his last ODI match in 2022, his net worth has not suffered much.
According to reports, his net worth stands at US$ 15 million, which is about 125 crores INR. As an A-Grade player, BCCI gives him an annual income of 5 crores. Additionally, for each Test match he plays, he receives 15 lakh, and for ODI and T20 matches, he earns 6 lakh and 3 lakh each match, respectively.
Property According to media reports, Shikhar Dhawan bought a house in Australia in 2015 for $730,000. He also owns a luxurious house in Delhi, worth more than 5 crores. He has an extensive collection of watches, including brands like Corum, Tag Heuer, and a diamond-studded Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore watch, which is worth Rs 72 lakh.
Brand Endorsements With his distinctive mustache and funky style on the field, Dhawan is a favorite among brands. Following his rise to fame, he has been offered numerous brand endorsements with big names, including Jio, Nerolac Paints, GS Caltex, Lays, Oppo, Boat, IMG Reliance, Alcis Sports, and V-Star. Automobiles Shikhar Dhawan is a huge automobile enthusiast.
According to reports, he has an impressive collection that includes a sleek Mercedes GL350 CDI, an Audi, a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, a Suzuki Hayabusa, a Royal Enfield Himalayan, and a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R. IPL Numbers The IPL has taken commercial cricket to a whole new level, and players earn significantly by playing under franchises each year. Each player is selected through an auction, in which franchise owners and coaches participate.
From 2018 to 2021, Shikhar Dhawan was bought at 5.20 crores, but his price soared in 2022, when Punjab Kings purchased him for a whopping 8.25 crores.
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