Shikhar Dhawan, currently the second-highest run-scorer in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on August 24 (Saturday) through a heartfelt video on social media.


The left-handed batsman began his IPL journey with a debut for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in the inaugural 2008 season and is now a key player for the Punjab Kings franchise. Let's take a closer look at his IPL salary, stats, teams, and records so far.


What is Shikhar Dhawan's net worth?


Shikhar Dhawan, despite being out of the national team since the ODI series against Bangladesh in December 2022, remains one of India's wealthiest cricketers. According to reports, Dhawan's net worth is estimated to be around INR 125 crores.


Shikhar Dhawan's sponsorship deals 


Shikhar Dhawan has secured sponsorship deals with several major brands, including Jio, Nerolac Paints, GS Caltex, Lays, Oppo, Boat, IMG Reliance, Alcis Sports, and V-Star, among others.


Shikhar Dhawan's IPL teams


Shikhar Dhawan has so far played for Delhi Capitals, Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings in IPL.


Prices Shikhar Dhawan fetched across different IPL seasons:


Shikhar Dhawan's IPL journey has seen him represent several teams over the years, with his price reflecting his value as a top performer. In 2018, he played for Sunrisers Hyderabad at a price of INR 5.20 crore. He then moved to Delhi Capitals, where he maintained the same price of INR 5.20 crore from 2019 to 2021. In 2022, Dhawan joined Punjab Kings, where his value increased to INR 8.25 crore, a price that remained consistent through the 2023 and 2024 seasons.


Shikhar Dhawan's impressive international career


Shikhar Dhawan had an impressive international career, playing 34 Tests, 167 ODIs, and 68 T20 Internationals. In Test cricket, he amassed 2,315 runs at an average of 40.61, including 7 centuries and 5 half-centuries, with a highest score of 190. In ODIs, Dhawan scored 6,793 runs in 164 innings across 167 matches, with 17 centuries and 39 half-centuries, maintaining an average of 44.11. In T20 Internationals, he contributed 1,759 runs in 68 matches at an average of 27.92.