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Shikhar Dhawan Retires: 6 Top Knocks Of Gabbar In International Cricket

Shikhar Dhawan, fondly known as "Gabbar," has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and match-winning knocks. Over his illustrious career, Dhawan became known for his fearless batting and ability to rise to the occasion in high-pressure matches. Here are six of Dhawan’s most iconic innings that cricket fans will never forget:

187 vs Australia, 2013 (Test debut, Mohali)

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187 vs Australia, 2013 (Test debut, Mohali)

Dhawan made a sensational Test debut against Australia in 2013, scoring a blistering 187 off just 174 balls. His innings, filled with 33 fours and 2 sixes, helped India secure a dominant position in the match. This debut century remains one of the fastest by any batsman in Test cricket.

137 vs South Africa, 2015 (ICC World Cup, Melbourne)

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137 vs South Africa, 2015 (ICC World Cup, Melbourne)

In the 2015 World Cup, Dhawan’s 137 off 146 balls against a strong South African bowling attack was a standout performance. His knock helped India post a challenging total and secure a memorable win against one of the tournament favorites.

114 vs South Africa, 2013 (ICC Champions Trophy)

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114 vs South Africa, 2013 (ICC Champions Trophy)

During the ICC Champions Trophy, Dhawan’s 114 off 94 balls against South Africa showcased his ability to perform on the big stage. His century laid the foundation for India’s win and set the tone for their successful campaign, where Dhawan finished as the tournament's leading run-scorer.

190 vs Sri Lanka, 2017 (Test, Galle)

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190 vs Sri Lanka, 2017 (Test, Galle)

Dhawan’s 190 off 168 balls in the Galle Test against Sri Lanka was another example of his attacking prowess. His innings set the stage for a comprehensive win, demonstrating his ability to dominate in the longer format as well.

117 vs Australia, 2019 (World Cup, The Oval)

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117 vs Australia, 2019 (World Cup, The Oval)

In the 2019 World Cup, Dhawan’s 117 against Australia was a masterclass in batting. His century against a formidable Australian attack helped India set a strong total and secure a crucial victory in the group stages.

98 vs New Zealand, Wellington 2014

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98 vs New Zealand, Wellington 2014

In the 2014 Wellington Test against New Zealand, Shikhar Dhawan played a crucial innings of 98, narrowly missing a century by two runs. After New Zealand were bowled out for 192, India faced a similar collapse at 24/3. Dhawan steadied the innings with his aggressive batting, scoring at a strike rate of 77, hitting 14 fours and a six. His 62 runs in boundaries set the foundation for Ajinkya Rahane's elegant century and MS Dhoni's counter-attacking fifty.