NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has once again shown why he’s known as one of cricket’s most entertaining personalities, both on and off the field.
Jumping on the bandwagon of a viral trend, Dhawan shared a hilarious video on his Instagram account, mimicking the antics of the internet-famous ‘Pankhe Waale Baba’.
The original viral video features a man, dubbed “Fan Waale Baba“, sitting on the shoulders of others and dramatically stopping a rotating fan with his bare hand.
Dhawan’s version of the trend is equally funny, as he is hoisted by three people, reaches up to touch a fan, and humorously spreads his fingers in an attempt to stop the moving fan.
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The quirky video has drawn laughter from fans and further cemented Dhawan’s reputation as a fun-loving personality.
The video also comes on the heels of Dhawan’s recent retirement from all forms of cricket.
In August 2024, the 38-year-old southpaw officially announced his decision to hang up his boots after a remarkable 12-year international career.
During his emotional retirement message, Dhawan reflected on his journey with gratitude, saying, “Now that I’m concluding my cricket journey, there’s peace in my heart, that I played a lot for my country. I’m grateful to all my fans for all the love. I’ve told myself don’t feel sad that you won’t play for India anymore, but feel happy that you played for the country.”
Dhawan, known for his explosive batting in ODIs and Tests, made his mark early at the 2004 U19 World Cup.
Over the years, he starred in major tournaments, including the Champions Trophy and Asia Cup, cementing his legacy as one of India’s finest openers.
Though his cricketing journey has ended, Dhawan’s antics off the field promise to keep fans entertained — just as this viral “Fan Waale Baba” video shows.