New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has threatened legal action against the organisers of the World T20 Continent Cup, alleging that his name was announced as a participant without his knowledge or approval.
Dhawan raised the issue in a post on X on Tuesday, clarifying that he had not authorised the use of his name in connection with the tournament. He said his team would pursue appropriate legal remedies and cautioned media organisations and supporters against relying on announcements that had not been officially authorised by him.
The former cricketer also thanked fans for their continued support while making it clear that the reported participation announcement did not have his consent.
The organisers had not provided a response to Dhawan’s allegations in the information available at the time of writing.
Dhawan urges caution over tournament announcements
The controversy centres on the unauthorised use of Dhawan’s name, rather than any confirmed dispute over his on-field participation. His statement indicates that he intends to address the matter through legal channels.
Dhawan’s intervention also serves as a warning to fans and media outlets to verify player participation claims before treating them as official. No further details about the legal action being considered or the tournament organisers’ response were immediately available.
A distinguished international career
Dhawan was a prominent figure in Indian cricket, particularly in the One Day International format, where he became known for his aggressive batting and consistent performances at the top of the order.
He played 167 ODIs for India, scoring 6,793 runs at an average of 44.1. His record included 17 centuries and 39 half-centuries, making him one of the country’s leading performers in the format during his international career.
In Test cricket, Dhawan accumulated 2,315 runs across 34 matches at an average of 40.6. He registered seven centuries and five fifties in the longest format.
His T20 International career comprised 68 appearances, during which he scored 1,759 runs at an average of 27.9, including 11 half-centuries.
Dhawan’s statement has now put the spotlight on the tournament’s player announcements, with further clarification from the organisers likely to be important in resolving the dispute.
