With Shikhar Dhawan sidelined by injury during the 2019 World Cup, all eyes have shifted to KL Rahul as the key replacement ICC World Cup 2019: Shikhar Dhawan’s injury puts the spotlight on KL Rahul

Since the 2013 Champions Trophy, Shikhar Dhawan has been a cornerstone of India's ODI strategy in ICC events. He has consistently delivered with the bat, even earning the distinction of being the top run-scorer in the Champions Trophy.