Quick Info
| Profession | Indian Cricketer (Left-handed Batsman) |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 05/12/1985 |
| Age | 38 years (died on 24, Aug, 2024) |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Date of Death | 24/08/2024 |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Shikhar Dhawan
13/10/2026
Dhawan publicly denied agreeing to take part in the World T20 Continent Cup after his name appeared on the tournament's participant list for the Asia Warriors team. He said the organisers had used his name without his knowledge or permission and that his team would take legal steps. The organisers later said he would not be part of the Asia Warriors squad due to scheduling conflicts and technical considerations.
23/02/2026
Dhawan publicly rejected fake quotes circulating online about alleged remarks on his marriage. He used his official social accounts to clarify that the statements were false and to stop the misinformation from spreading.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shikhar Dhawan |
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| Playing Style | Left-handed opening batsman |
| Retirement Status | Retired from all forms of international and domestic cricket (announced 24/08/2024) |
| Recent Activity | Named captain of India Royals in a legends league in August 2026 |
| Recent Statement | Publicly denied agreeing to play in the World T20 Continent Cup in October 2026 and said his team would take legal action over the unauthorised use of his name |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | 12th Standard |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Political Inclination | BJP |
| Hobbies | Doing yoga, Swimming, Reading, Playing table tennis and badminton |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Ayesha Mukherjee (Former Kickboxer) |
| Marriage Date | 30/10/2012 |
| Marriage Place | Vasant Kunj, New Delhi |
Family
| Father | Mahendra Pal Dhawan |
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| Mother | Sunaina Dhawan |
| Siblings | Shreshta (Younger) |
| Spouse | Ayesha Mukherjee |
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Career
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| Favourite Shot | Cut shot | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Career Turning Point | Performance for the India Blue in the 2010 Challengers Trophy, after which he was included in the ODI series against Australia. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement | 24/08/2024 from all forms of cricket | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Favourites
| Cricketer(s) | Sachin Tendulkar, Andy Flower |
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| Cricket Ground | Lord's Cricket Ground, London |
| Food | Butter chicken |
| Beverage | Vodka |
| Actor(s) | Aamir Khan, Sylvester Stallone |
| Actress | Kareena Kapoor |
| Film | Rocky (1976) |
| Singer(s) | Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Wadali brothers (Puranchand & Pyarelal) |
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Mercedes GL350 CDI |
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| Bike Collection | Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa, Royal Enfield |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shikhar hails from a middle-class Punjabi family rooted in Ludhiana. | |
| 2. His interest in cricket blossomed by watching his cousin play for Sonnet Club, Delhi. | |
| 3. At 12 years old, he began his journey at the Sonnet Club under the guidance of coach Tarak Sinha. | |
| 4. Shikhar faced a "duck" on his ODI debut and scored a "century" in his Test debut. | |
| 5. His distinct Ghajini haircut and stylish curved moustache gained popularity among the youth. | |
| 6. His wife, Ayesha Mukherjee, is older than him by 10 years. | |
| 7. Shikhar sports multiple tattoos, with designs featuring Arjuna, Lord Shiva, and Baba Deep Singh. | |
| 8. In September 2021, Shikhar and Ayesha announced their separation after nine years of marriage, officially divorcing in October 2023. |
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