IPL 2019: Shikhar Dhawan hopes to do his best for Delhi Capitals in \'second homecoming\'

IPL 2019: Shikhar Dhawan hopes to do his best for Delhi Capitals in 'second homecoming'

Shikhar Dhawan, who is returning to Delhi for his second stint, smashed 53 off 41 balls in a Delhi Capitals intrasquad practice game on Sunday.

Reported by: IANS, New Delhi [ Published on: March 18, 2019 13:34 IST ]
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Shikhar Dhawan is returning to Delhi for his second stint in the IPL

India opener Shikhar Dhawan, who has joined the rest of the Delhi Capitals squad after the ODI series against Australia, on Monday said he was looking to help younger players get used to the pressure of playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

"Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium has been my home ground since my early days, and I will be doing my best to perform for the team as I know the conditions and pitches well," he said.

"Apart from that, I will also be looking to help our younger players get used to the pressure of playing in such a big tournament, and hopefully I can spur them on to perform on the field to the best of their abilities."

The left-handed opening batsman also took part in an internal friendly match organised by the Delhi Capitals on Sunday to prepare themselves for the upcoming season of IPL.

The stylish left-hander seemed delighted upon his return to the capital city and said he was looking forward for a stellar season with the Capitals.

"It is like a second home-coming for me, and I am very excited to be a part of the Delhi Capitals for the IPL season. It is a very happy feeling for me to have come back to my home city of Delhi after spending 10 seasons away in the IPL," said Dhawan.

Dhawan also spoke on the importance of having a right balance in the team and feels that the Delhi Capitals have managed to build a great team this year.

"In IPL, the team which wins the troph