Will Shikhar Dhawan Play Alongside Pakistani Players in This League? Here's the Truth

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has been involved in various events related to cricket after his retirement. The left-handed batter has kept himself connected to the game which he loves the most.

While Dhawan has been away from controversies throughout his career, a recent post has drawn the attention of his fans. In an Instagram post of the World T20 Continent Cup, Shikhar Dhawan was named the Asia Warriors captain.

However, the presence of Pakistani players in Shikhar Dhawan team makes it controversial. Four former Pakistan internationals, Iftikhar Ahmed, Muhammad Imran Khan, Sohaib Maqsood and Sohail Tanvir, are a part of Asia Warriors squad, led by Dhawan himself.

Will Shikhar Dhawan Play With Pakistani Players in World T20 Continent Cup?

According to the latest updates, Shikhar Dhawan is likely to play with Iftikhar Ahmed and Sohail Tanvir in the World T20 Continent Cup. While the former India opener has not given any official statement yet, it has been confirmed by the tournament organisers.

However, some sports journalists have termed as "Fake News", claiming that Dhawan is not playing in this league as he won't play with a team consisting of players from Pakistan.

The presence of Shikhar Dhawan in World T20 Continent Cup is a good thing for the organisers as he brings the star player attention to the league. Despite his retirement, he remains one of the most famous cricketers in the world and has built a big fan following.

Other Indian Players In Asia Warriors Squad

Shikhar Dhawan Asia Warriors captaincy is a big moment for his fans who will get to witness their favorite cricketer after retirement. Dhawan has the experience of leading the Indian cricket team in the past, which might have contributed for this decision.

Alongside the Pakistan players, the Asia Warriors team has several Indian cricketers like Gurkeerat Mann, Abhimanyu Mithun, and Rahul Sharma, all of whom have played international cricket.

Dhawan is seen as one of the best ODI batsmen of all time due to his terrific record in the format. The 40-year-old was India's established opening batter for a long time and shared a successful combination at the top with Rohit Sharma, who is still an active cricketer.