The cricketing world notes the retirement of Navneet Dhaliwal, Canada’s former captain and batting mainstay. He’ll play his last international game against Afghanistan on February 19 in Chennai during the T20 World Cup, announced after the New Zealand loss.
Pre-planned, Dhaliwal stated, ‘Afghanistan in the World Cup is my final bow.’
Memories abound: Qualifying for 2024 T20WC, captaining with distinction, early tournament runs. Next, coaching to guide youngsters.
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Impressive tallies: T20Is – 1,305 runs (10×50) in 46 inns/48 mats from 2019. ODIs – 456 runs (4×50) in 17 inns/18 mats from 2024. 21 wins as captain in 33 games.
Dilpreet Bajwa’s side crashed out of Group D with three losses. Dhaliwal leaves a blueprint for success, his passion fueling Canada’s cricketing dreams ahead.