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Dhawan to lead India at the Asian Games

By Gaurav Tripathi

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Lead India in Asia

Shikhar Dhawan may lead India at the 2023 Asian Games. He may guide a second-string team to China with VVS Laxman being the coach of the side. 

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BCCI's debut in Asian Games

BCCI to send men's and women's teams for the first time at the Asian Games. These games will not be considered international matches as they don't come under ICC.

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India's packed schedule

The Indian team will host the World Cup which starts on October 5. Prior to that, India will also feature in the Asia Cup which will start on August 31. 

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Dhawan returns to the Indian setup

Dhawan last played for India in December 2022. His poor form and the rise of Gill and Kishan saw his career end in ODIs. He is already out of favor in Tests and T20s. 

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Dhawan not new to the leadership role

Dhawan has amassed 6,793 runs in 167 ODIs at 44.11 ever since making his debut in 2010. Meanwhile, he has led India in 12 ODIs and three T20Is. 

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