Shikhar Dhawan, a seasoned Indian cricketer with 13 years of international experience, graced the launch of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 official film, ‘It Takes One Day,’ organized by Meta in Mumbai. This captivating film featured some of the cricketing world’s finest talents, and Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan’s compelling narration added a touch of glamour to the specially conceptualized CWC23 ‘Navarasa,’ effectively capturing the raw emotions experienced by both fans and players.
During the event, Dhawan expressed his awe for the present young generation of cricketers and their remarkable ability to bring innovation and creativity to the game. He lauded how contemporary players have introduced new strategies and shots, inspiring even experienced cricketers like himself to learn and adapt continuously.
The cricketer shared an interesting anecdote from the T20 World Cup 2022, where he sought guidance from fellow teammate Suryakumar Yadav about a particular shot. This eagerness to learn and incorporate fresh techniques is a testament to the evolving approach to the game, characterized by a quest for constant improvement.
Dhawan emphasized the significant shift in the mindset of today’s youth who fearlessly express themselves on the field. He contrasted this with the coaching philosophy in his early days, where the focus was primarily on playing grounded shots. In contrast, the current generation embraces a more expressive and fearless style of play, unburdened by the fear of judgment.
With a remarkable performance in various 50-over global ICC tournaments, including the Champions Trophy and the Cricket World Cup, Dhawan expressed his excitement for playing on such a grand stage. Representing India in a World Cup holds a special place in his heart, as it symbolizes a sense of achievement and pride for any cricketer.
The much-awaited 2023 Cricket World Cup will commence with an epic clash between England and New Zealand on October 5. The culmination of this blockbuster event will be the Final on November 19, set to take place at the magnificent stadium in Ahmedabad. Cricket enthusiasts from all corners of the globe are eagerly counting down the days for this thrilling cricket extravaganza.
