Shikhar Dhawan maybe skipper for upcoming series, but needs to secure his T20 World Cup spot, says VVS Laxman
However, in the same vein, Laxman feels that the southpaw was being rewarded for his consistency.
He might have been appointed captain for the upcoming white ball series in Sri Lanka but senior opener Shikhar Dhawan, just like other rookies will also be auditioning for reserve opener’s slot in the Indian T20 World Cup side, feels former Test legend V.V.S. Laxman.
While Dhawan has been a certainty in the 50-over format, he hasn’t really been a regular feature in the T20 national sides but back-to-back IPL performances has brought him back in the reckoning to get a slot alongside K.L. Rahul and Rohit Sharma.
“Shikhar Dhawan will be very clear that he has to use this opportunity – especially keeping in mind the T20 World Cup, there is so much stiff competition,” Laxman said on Star Sports show Game Plan.
“So, while he is excited being the captain of the Indian team — and anyone will be proud to lead their country — but his focus will be to score runs and put his spot in a secure position,” opined Laxman.
With skipper Virat Kohli also opening for RCB in the IPL, it does get tougher for Dhawan to make an inroad into the shortest format squad.
