Shikhar, known for his energetic celebrations with fans, believes cricket will be different without spectators in the stands once it resumes post COVID-19
Cricketer Shikhar Dhawan with wife Aesha and son Zoraver
Had it not been for the COVID-19 pandemic, India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan would have been in the thick of the action for Delhi Capitals in Indian Premier League IPL.
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However, the forced break has turned out to be a blessing in disguise. "I-ve looked at the pandemic as an opportunity to bond with my family. They were living in Australia, and there-s very little time I used to get with them because of the constant travel and schedule," Shikhar said during an Instagram live session for his IPL outfit on Wednesday.
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Meanwhile, Shikhar, known for his energetic celebrations with fans, believes cricket will be different without spectators in the stands once it resumes post COVID-19. "It-s no secret that sport will be different without the fans. For instance, I will now do my thigh-five celebrations looking towards the cameras so that fans can watch me on TV instead," he added.
A week ago, Shikhar Dhawan showed his human side by saving a life. Shikhar, who has been entertaining his six million Instagram followers by sharing adorable pictures and videos with his family, shared a clip of the pigeon he rescued and brought it home. "All lives matter. So if you ever have the opportunity to save a life, please honour that," he wrote alongside the video.
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