Shikhar Dhawan embraces spirituality at Bageshwar Dham gathering in Mumbai

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Apr 17, 2025, 13:23 IST

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Indian cricket star Shikhar Dhawan recently attended a spiritual gathering in Mumbai, meeting Dhirendra Krishna Shastri of Bageshwar Dham. A video circulating online shows Dhawan and Shastri sharing a lighthearted moment, playing cricket on the sacred grounds.

Shikhar Dhawan embraces spirituality at Bageshwar Dham gathering in Mumbai

Shikhar Dhawan meets Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri at Mumbai gathering

Indian cricket star Shikhar Dhawan met spiritual leader Shri Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, also known as Bageshwar Dham Sarkar, at a spiritual gathering in Mumbai, as announced by Dhawan's media team on Wednesday.
A viral Instagram post showed Dhawan and Dhirendra Shastri sharing a light moment playing cricket at the gathering venue, displaying both joy and spiritual reverence.

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"Dhawan's visit was a spiritual retreat, aimed at seeking the blessings of Bageshwar Balaji Hanuman, the presiding deity of the dham. A believer in divine guidance and energy, Shikhar has often expressed his inclination toward spirituality, and this visit further emphasised the role faith plays in his life, both on and off the pitch," the release stated.

"Fans have appreciated Dhawan's open expression of his beliefs, praising him for staying grounded and connected to his spiritual roots. In an age where many look to inner peace and purpose, Shikhar Dhawan's visit stands as a reminder that strength often stems from a place of devotion," it added.

The veteran cricketer has represented India in multiple formats, playing 34 Test matches, 167 One Day Internationals, and 68 Twenty20 Internationals.
Throughout his international career, Dhawan accumulated 10,867 runs across all formats.
In the Indian Premier League, he has featured in 222 matches and scored 6,768 runs.

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