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Former Indian cricket star Shikhar Dhawan has expressed his excitement about being named the brand ambassador for the Delhi Sports Mahakumbh, a project initiated by the Delhi government. He conveyed his appreciation for his hometown and committed to supporting its youth. Dhawan believes this initiative will offer an excellent opportunity for young athletes in Delhi to thrive in various sports.

The Delhi Khel Mahakumbh is a key program launched by the Delhi government aimed at fostering a robust sports culture and discovering talent at the grassroots level throughout the city. Dhawan stated, "I am thrilled to be the brand ambassador for the Delhi Sports Mahakumbh. Being born in Delhi, I owe everything to this city. We are always eager to give back to this land. I am pleased that the Delhi government has initiated this program, which provides a fantastic platform for youth to excel in sports."

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has warmly welcomed Dhawan as the brand ambassador for the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh. She commended his journey, discipline, and remarkable performances on the global stage, asserting that he will motivate and empower the youth of Delhi to pursue sports.

In a post on X, Rekha Gupta stated, "We are delighted to welcome international cricketer Shikhar Dhawan as the Brand Ambassador of Delhi Khel Mahakumbh. His dedication, discipline, and outstanding performances will inspire the youth of Delhi to advance in sports."

Throughout his distinguished career, Dhawan has consistently delivered impressive performances. He has represented India in all formats, with One Day Internationals (ODIs) being his specialty. In 167 ODIs, he amassed 6,793 runs at an average of 44.1, including 17 centuries and 39 fifties.

In Test cricket, Dhawan formed memorable partnerships with Murali Vijay, scoring 2,315 runs in 34 matches at an average of 40.6, which included seven centuries and five half-centuries.

In the T20I format, he played 68 matches, accumulating 1,759 runs at an average of 27.9, with 11 fifties.