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India Gazette
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
"He's very special part of my life": Shikhar Dhawan on bond with son Zoraver
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan spoke about his bond with son, Zoraver, where he expressed his feelings and said that his son is a very special part of his life. Dhawan and his former wife, Ayesha Mukherjee, parted ways in October 2023. During the separation, the Delhi family court granted Dhawan a divorce decree on the grounds of cruelty. Since the end of the marriage, Dhawan has not been able to meet his son Zoraver in person for two years. He often shares pictures of his son on social media, expressing his longing to reunite with Zoraver. Speaking about his son, Dhawam told ANI, 'He's my son and a very special part of my life. Some of my most cherished memories have been with him, especially during the times he joined me on tours. Watching him grow, sharing laughs, and having those quiet father-son moments amidst the chaos of cricket is something that is also mentioned in the book. He's a part of my journey, and this book is as much about those personal chapters as it is about cricket.' On July 1, Shikhar Dhawan officially announced his much-anticipated autobiography, 'The One', through a heartfelt and introspective Instagram reel that has already resonated with fans across the country. Known for his flamboyant strokeplay, signature moustache twirl, and unwavering resilience, Dhawan is now ready to turn the spotlight inward, sharing his personal story beyond the boundaries and big scores. Speaking about his book, Dhawan said, 'My book isn't just about centuries and trophies. It's about the phases of my life you haven't seen. It dives into my favourite memories, unseen moments, and the times I had to fight my way back through doubts, injuries, and tough days. Moreover, it's about everything that made me reach where I am today.' 'The One' promises to be a raw and unfiltered journey through the many layers of Dhawan's life, from his childhood in Delhi, fuelled by dreams of wearing the Indian jersey, to becoming one of India's most consistent and celebrated openers in white-ball cricket. While cricketing accolades and iconic innings are expected, the book's real depth lies in the moments that went unnoticed, the battles with self-doubt, the emotional toll of injuries, personal reinventions, and silent comebacks. 'The One' captures the full spectrum of Dhawan's life, his career highs, personal trials, leadership roles, and the quieter, introspective struggles that shaped him. At its core, the book is about dreaming, falling, learning, and rising again and again. On the professional front, Dhawan announced his retirement from domestic and international cricket in August last year. Following his retirement, he joined the Karnali Yaks after being released by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) ahead of the 2025 mega-auction. The former southpaw pulled the curtains down on his illustrious cricketing career with an emotional announcement on Instagram. Known for his effortless run-scoring, Dhawan was a standout performer for India, particularly in the ODI format. In 167 ODI matches, he amassed 6,793 runs at an impressive average of 44.1, including 17 centuries and 39 fifties. In Test cricket, where he formed memorable partnerships with Murali Vijay, Dhawan scored 2,315 runs in 34 matches at an average of 40.6, with seven centuries and five half-centuries. In T20Is, Dhawan made 68 appearances, scoring 1,759 runs at an average of 27.9, including 11 fifties. In the domestic circuit, he played 122 First-Class matches, accumulating 8,499 runs at an average of 44.26, with 25 centuries and 29 fifties. (ANI)
News18
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Dhawan Shares Heartbreaking Post For Son Zoraver: 'Happy Father's Day To Me'
Shikhar Dhawan shared a heartfelt Father's Day message on Instagram, expressing love for his son Zoraver. Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, wishing himself on Father's Day and expressing his love for his son, Zoraver. Dhawan shared a video of him playing with his son and wrote, 'Happy Father's Day to me. Always there for you Zoraver, waiting with lots of love for you." Dhawan and his former wife, Ayesha Mukherjee, divorced in October 2023 after their marriage ended unsuccessfully. The Delhi family court granted Dhawan a divorce decree on the grounds of cruelty. Since their separation, Dhawan has been unable to meet his son in person for two years. He frequently shares pictures of Zoraver on social media, expressing his desire to be reunited with him. Shikhar also posted photos with his father, Mahendra Pal Dhawan. Earlier this year, Shikhar Dhawan spoke to ANI about the difficulty of not being able to meet his son, saying, 'It's been two years since I saw my son. It's been a year since we talked because I'm blocked from everywhere. Of course, it's difficult, but you learn to live with it. I miss him, but I talk to him spiritually. I feel like I'm talking to my son every day. I'm hugging him." Professionally, Dhawan retired from domestic and international cricket in August last year. After his retirement, he joined the Karnali Yaks following his release from the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) ahead of the 2025 mega-auction. He concluded his illustrious cricket career with an emotional announcement on Instagram. Renowned for his effortless run-scoring, Dhawan was a standout performer for India, especially in the ODI format. In 167 ODI matches, Dhawan amassed 6,793 runs at an impressive average of 44.1, including 17 centuries and 39 fifties. In Test cricket, where he formed memorable partnerships with Murali Vijay, Dhawan scored 2,315 runs in 34 matches at an average of 40.6, with seven centuries and five half-centuries. In T20Is, Dhawan made 68 appearances, scoring 1,759 runs at an average of 27.9, including 11 fifties. In domestic cricket, he played 122 First-Class matches, accumulating 8,499 runs at an average of 44.26, with 25 centuries and 29 fifties. (With inputs from Agencies) About the Author Ritayan Basu First Published: June 15, 2025, 17:30 IST
Mint
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
'Happy Father's Day to me': Shikhar Dhawan shares heartfelt post for son Zoraver, says ‘always there for you'
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan shared a heartfelt post for his son Zoraver on Father's Day, and also assured the kid he is 'always there" for him. Taking to Instagram stories, Dhawan posted a video of him playing with Zoraver. The father-son duo haven't met in years since, Dhawan's divorce with former wife Ayesha Mukherjee. 'Happy Father's Day to me. Always there for you Zoraver, waiting with lots of love for you,' wrote Dhawan. Dhawan and Mukherjee ended their 11 years of togetherness in October 2023 with Delhi family court granted the Indian cricketer a divorce decree on the grounds of cruelty. Since the end of the marriage, Dhawan has not been able to meet his son Zoraver in person for two years. He often shares pictures of his son on social media, expressing his longing to reunite with Zoraver. Shikhar Dhawan with his son Zoraver. "It's been two years since I saw my son. It's been a year since we talked. Because I'm blocked from everywhere. Of course, it's difficult. But... You learn to live with it, and I miss him. But again, I talk to him spiritually. I feel like I'm talking to my son every day. I'm hugging him," Dhawan has told ANI earlier this year in an interview.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Happy Father's Day to me: Shikhar Dhawan, who lost custody of his son, shares heartfelt post
Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan wished himself on Father's Day in a heartfelt post. He wrote a special message for his son Zoraver , assuring that he is "always" there for him. Dhawan took to Instagram on Sunday and shared a video where he was playing with his son, and wrote, "Happy Father's Day to me. Always there for you Zoraver, waiting with lots of love for you." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo Dhawan parted ways with his wife Ayesha Mukherjee in October 2023. During the separation, the Delhi family court granted Dhawan a divorce decree on the grounds of cruelty. Since the end of the marriage, Dhawan has not met Zoraver in person. However, he often shares pictures of his son on social media, expressing his longing to reunite with his son. Live Events Earlier this year, Dhawan told ANI, "It's been two years since I saw my son. It's been a year since we talked. Because I'm blocked from everywhere. Of course, it's difficult. But... You learn to live with it, and I miss him. But again, I talk to him spiritually. I feel like I'm talking to my son every day. I'm hugging him." The 39-year-old announced his retirement from all forms of cricket in August 2024. The former opener pulled called it quits with an emotional announcement on Instagram. Known for his effortless run-scoring, Dhawan was one of India's key players, particularly in the ODI format. In 167 ODI matches, he scored 6,793 runs at an average of 44.1, including 17 centuries and 39 fifties. In Test cricket, the batter scored 2,315 runs in 34 matches at an average of 40.6, with seven centuries and five half-centuries. In T20Is, Dhawan made 68 appearances, scoring 1,759 runs at an average of 27.9, including 11 fifties.
