When Shikhar Dhawan played for Team India, his fitness was top-notch. In addition to practising in the nets, he worked diligently in the gym, and this dedication was reflected in his on-field performance. Even after retiring from international cricket and the IPL, he remains focused on his fitness and continues to stay in excellent shape.
Yesterday, the 39-year-old batter shared some workout videos on Instagram. In these videos, “Gabbar” can be seen performing impressive weightlifting exercises. After posting the videos, many netizens began speculating and commenting, asking if he is planning a comeback in the Indian jersey.
Shikhar Dhawan’s Former Team Appoints New Captain
Shikhar Dhawan, who will no longer be seen playing in the IPL, played his final season with the Punjab team, where he also served as the captain. However, the team has now appointed Shreyas Iyer as their new captain. While Iyer becomes the 17th captain of the team, they are still in search of their first IPL title.
Shikhar Dhawan Continues to Stay Committed to Fitness
Shikhar Dhawan shared a few workout videos on Instagram, where he is seen performing intense exercises in the gym. In his caption, he mentioned, “Gym ke soreness mein bhi ek alag sukoon hai” (There is a different kind of peace in the soreness of the gym). Fans have flooded the comments with messages expressing how much they miss him in the team.
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Shikhar Dhawan’s Viral Reel with His Father
Known for his active presence on social media, Shikhar Dhawan recently posted a funny reel featuring his father. In the video, Dhawan jokingly told his father, “Papa, I want to get married again,” to which his father replied, “I got your first marriage done by putting a helmet on your face.” This humorous interaction left fans in splits, and the reel quickly went viral.
Dhawan’s Divorce from Ayesha Mukherjee
Shikhar Dhawan was married to Ayesha Mukherjee for 9 years before they divorced in 2023. The couple has a son, Zoravar, who now lives in Australia with his mother. Dhawan often shares heartfelt memories of his son on social media. Despite their separation, Dhawan maintains a strong bond with Zoravar and continues to support him emotionally.
Dhawan and Ayesha’s Age Difference and Their Relationship
Shikhar Dhawan was 10 years younger than Ayesha Mukherjee, whom he married in 2012. Ayesha, a British Bengali, was previously married and had children before marrying Dhawan. The couple welcomed their son, Zoravar, in 2014. Despite their divorce, Dhawan remains committed to his son and continues to share memories of their time.
