Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has officially announced his autobiography “The One”, offering a raw, unfiltered account of his life both on and off the field. The announcement came via a heartfelt Instagram reel, where Dhawan reflected on the hidden struggles behind his celebrated cricketing career.“Not every win makes it to the highlights. Not every loss shows on the scoreboard. ‘The One’ is the story of all the in-betweens. Of learning, unlearning, and showing up, every single time. This one’s from the heart,” Dhawan shared. The book promises to go beyond match stats and milestones, delving into Dhawan’s journey from Delhi’s cricketing circuits to becoming one of India’s most reliable white-ball openers. While fans can expect insights into his iconic innings and leadership moments, “The One” will focus more on the lesser-seen aspects like self-doubt, injury setbacks and mental battles.In the post announcing the autobiography, the former India batter said, “You have seen my cover drives, celebrations and smiles. But now is the time to tell the stories that I held inside.” Known for his cheerful demeanour and signature moustache twirl, Dhawan’s resilience off the field often went unnoticed. The autobiography sheds light on those silent comebacks and personal trials, making it not just a cricketer’s story but a deeply human one about growth and perseverance.
The announcement comes a little under a year after Dhawan confirmed his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket. Over the years, the left-hander carved out a formidable international career, especially in ODIs. He played 167 ODIs, amassing 6,793 runs at an average of 44.1, including 17 hundreds. In Tests, he scored 2,315 runs from 34 matches, with seven centuries. He also featured in 68 T20Is, tallying 1,759 runs. In domestic cricket, Dhawan was equally prolific, scoring 8,499 runs in 122 First-Class matches at an average of 44.26.
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With “The One”, Dhawan steps into a new role as a storyteller, hoping to inspire readers through his journey of triumphs, setbacks, and everything in between.
