Shikhar Dhawan, the 39-year-old Indian opener, retired in 2024 with 10,867 international runs and remains a star in Legends League cricket.
Over his distinguished career, Dhawan captained India in limited-overs cricket. The left-handed batsman featured in 34 Tests, 167 ODIs, and 68 T20Is, accumulating 10,867 runs across formats. He was integral to India’s Champions Trophy victory in 2013, claiming Player of the Tournament honors while dominating the run charts. His consistent performances continued at the 2015 ODI World Cup and 2017 Champions Trophy, where he led India’s run-scoring charts in both events. In the IPL, Dhawan compiled 6,768 runs across 211 innings at a 35.07 average and 127.13 strike rate. He retired from all forms of professional cricket in August 2024 but continues competing in global Legends League matches. During his IPL journey, Dhawan represented five franchises and secured high-value deals in the league’s lucrative ecosystem. He holds several IPL records, including becoming the first player to score back-to-back centuries. Dhawan ranks third among all-time IPL run-scorers, trailing only Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Only Kohli and David Warner have posted more half-centuries (53) than him. In his final IPL season, Punjab Kings paid him ₹8.25 crore. His last appearance for India came in December 2022. He was included in India’s central contracts list for the final time during the 2021-22 cycle, though his remuneration dropped from Grade A to Grade C at just ₹1 crore. Prior to 2018, he earned ₹7 crore annually from the BCCI. Off the field, Dhawan endorses multiple premium brands spanning diverse industries. His portfolio includes QUE Eyewear, 1xBat Sporting Lines, MotoGP India, and TagZ Foods. Industry estimates suggest his endorsement earnings contribute ₹10–12 crore yearly, significantly enhancing his net worth. Known for his lavish lifestyle, Dhawan owns an impressive fleet of luxury vehicles such as a Range Rover Autobiography, Mercedes-Benz GLS, BMW M8, Range Rover Velar, and Audi A6. He also holds a diverse real estate portfolio in Delhi and Mumbai. As an entrepreneur, he founded Yashaa Global Capital, Da One Sports, and the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation. Additionally, he has invested in businesses like UpStox and TagZ Foods. Among his notable property acquisitions is a high-end apartment in Gurugram purchased for approximately ₹69 crore, marking one of the most expensive real estate deals by an Indian athlete.