I give my credit to rohit sharma
In the realm of Indian cricket, the dynamic duo of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma has been a formidable force at the top of the batting order. Recently, Shikhar Dhawan expressed his gratitude towards Rohit Sharma, acknowledging the captain’s role in many of his best performances. This statement sheds light on the camaraderie and mutual respect shared between the two opening batsmen.
Dhawan, known for his flamboyant stroke play and knack for building crucial partnerships, has often found himself at the forefront of India’s successes in limited-overs cricket. His statement attributing a significant part of his success to Rohit Sharma reflects the collaborative spirit within the Indian cricket team.
One of the key aspects of their partnership has been the ability to complement each other’s playing styles. While Dhawan brings elegance and grace to the partnership, Rohit Sharma’s aggressive and powerful approach adds a dynamic element. Together, they have formed a formidable opening pair that has consistently provided strong starts for the Indian team.
Dhawan’s acknowledgment of Rohit Sharma’s influence goes beyond mere statistical contributions. It speaks to the intangible qualities of leadership, camaraderie, and mutual understanding that define successful partnerships in cricket. The opening pair’s on-field chemistry is often visible in their running between the wickets, understanding of each other’s strengths, and the seamless transition between aggression and stability.
Rohit Sharma, as the captain, has not only led by example with his prolific batting but has also created an environment where players feel supported and encouraged to perform at their best. Dhawan’s statement highlights the positive impact of Rohit’s captaincy on his individual performances and, by extension, on the team’s overall success.
The success of the opening partnership extends beyond the limited-overs formats, as both Dhawan and Rohit have played crucial roles in Test cricket as well. Their adaptability across formats and their ability to adjust to varying conditions have made them pillars of the Indian batting lineup.
As India looks ahead to various cricketing challenges, including the T20 World Cup and Test series, the successful partnership of Dhawan and Rohit at the top of the order will undoubtedly be a key factor. Their synergy not only sets the tone for the innings but also lays the foundation for the middle order to capitalize on a solid start.
Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma amassed 5,148 runs while opening the batting for Team India in ODIs from 2013 to 2022.
Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan had a glorious run with Rohit Sharma while opening the innings in the limited-overs format. Dhawan and Rohit laid the foundations for gigantic totals, and the senior batters also masterminded several iconic run-chases in the One Day International (ODI) format. For the record, Dhawan and Rohit smashed 5,148 runs while opening the batting for Team India from 2013 to 2022 in ODIs.
The India duo is the fourth in ODI history to cross the 5000-run mark as openers. Only Sachin Tendulkar-Sourav Ganguly, Adam Gilchrist-Matthew Hayden, and Gordon Greenidge-Desmond Haynes have achieved the staggering feat in the 50-over format. While Dhawan has fallen behind in the pecking order, Rohit is India’s all-format opener and leader in the international arena.
Dhawan on collaboration with India skipper Rohit
Speaking to the Times of India about his camaraderie with Rohit, senior batter Dhawan credited the Indian skipper for his best performances. “My collaboration with Rohit & his support at the other end at the top of the order has been instrumental in providing strong starts to the team, setting the foundation for successful chases and big totals. I seriously give credit for a lot of my best performances to Rohit’s support,” Dhawan said.
‘Our best innings was…’
Taking a trip down memory lane, the out-of-favour batter also picked his best opening stand with Rohit. “Rohit on the other end gives that sense of comfort and assurance. I think our best innings was a 193-run opening stand against Australia in the fourth ODI at Mohali in 2019 & the second best will be against Pakistan in the 2018 Asia Cup in Dubai where we put together a 210-run stand for the first wicket,” Dhawan added.
Why Dhawan not playing for India
Deemed surplus to requirements, Dhawan last played for India back in 2022. The 38-year-old scored 3 off 8 balls in a match where opener Ishan Kishan struck a record-setting double century (210) against Bangladesh at Chattogram. Dhawan was promoted to captaincy in 2021 and dropped from the Indian squad in 2023. The rapid rise of Kishan and Shubman Gill sealed Dhawan’s abrupt exit from the Indian white-ball squad.
What’s next for Dhawan
Dhawan featured in 34 Tests, 167 ODIs and 68 T20Is for India. The star batter will lead Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). With the highest score of 99, the PBKS skipper scored 373 runs in 11 games at IPL 2023. Under Dhawan’s leadership, Punjab finished eighth in IPL 2023 standings. The Indian southpaw is Punjab’s 14th captain in the seventeenth year of the IPL. Dhawan and Co. have roped in Harshal Patel, Rilee Rossouw, and Chris Woakes at the auction for the 2024 season.
In conclusion, Shikhar Dhawan’s acknowledgment of Rohit Sharma’s influence on his performances underscores the collaborative and symbiotic nature of their partnership at the top of the order. Beyond the statistics, it highlights the camaraderie, understanding, and leadership qualities that define successful cricketing partnerships. As the Indian team navigates through upcoming challenges, the Dhawan-Rohit pairing will continue to be a vital asset, reflecting the spirit of unity and shared success within the team.
