Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan celebrates his birthday on Thursday (December 5). The left-handed batsman, who is also popular by nicknames Gabbar and Jatt-jee, turns 34 years old on Thursday (December 4). With a batting average over 40 in ODIs and Tests currently, Shikhar Dhawan is one of the best openers to ever play for the Indian cricket team.  He is also a right-arm off-spinner, however, he only concentrates in batting nowadays. Shikhar Dhawan is a very happy-go-lucky person off the field. Other than his cricketer friends, he also has a very sweet family. As the Indian cricketer celebrates his birthday, here we will look at a few family photos of Shikhar Dhawan and his family. Shikhar Dhawan Feels It Is Important to Play an Attacking Game as Opener in T20Is. 

Dhawan is married to Ayesha Mukherjee, who is also a sportsperson by profession. Ayesha is an amateur boxer, who married Shikhar Dhawan after dating him for four years. The couple has two daughters and one son. Shikhar and Ayesha's daughters -Rhea and Aliyah- are from Ayesha Mukherjee's previous marriage.  Their son Zoravar Dhawan was born in 2014. On the occasion of Shikhar Dhawan’s 34th birthday, let us have a look at adorable family photos of the Indian opener. Shikhar Dhawan Injury Update: Sanju Samson Replaces Injured Opener In India vs West Indies T20Is 2019 Series Starting From December 6.

Lovely Couple!

 

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Love always wins and that's all I have to say. Thank you for being who you are..these 7 years have been wonderful.. ❤ 😘 @aesha.dhawan5

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A Relationship Made in Heaven!

We Are A Family!

 

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Daughters are nothing but the angels of your life..love you Aliyah and Rhea. Happy Daughters' day to all! 💕

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Beach Time!

 

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The sun, sand and you ♥️

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Made For Each Other!

 

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The healing process is faster when you are with your favourite people! 😊

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Well, the above photos really prove that Shikhar Dhawan has a very adorable family to care for. Dhawan came to limelight in his debut Test match itself when he smashed a 188-run knock against Australia at IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on March 14, 2013. He is also popular for his partnership with Rohit Sharma as an opener, and both the batsmen have created many records together. We wish Shikhar Dhawan happy and successful life ahead on his 34th birthday.

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