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Shikhar Dhawan named event ambassador for ICC Champions Trophy


Published on 2025-02-12 07:05:20 - MSN
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  • Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan is named one of the four event ambassadors for the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan and Dubai, joining Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shane Watson, and Tim Southee. Dhawan and the others will write guest columns and attend matches,

Shikhar Dhawan has been appointed as the event ambassador for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, set to take place in Pakistan in February 2025. Dhawan, known for his significant contributions to Indian cricket, expressed his excitement about the role, highlighting the tournament's importance in the cricketing calendar. The event will feature eight teams, including Pakistan, India, South Africa, Australia, England, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan, competing in a round-robin format followed by semi-finals and a final. This marks the return of the Champions Trophy after its last edition in 2017, where Pakistan emerged as champions. Dhawan's involvement is expected to boost the event's profile, given his experience and popularity in the cricketing world.

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