11 Cricketers who played with injuries
We list the ten instances when players showed incredible resilience and bravery on the cricketing pitch while playing with injuries.
8. Shikhar Dhawan (India)
Shikhar Dhawan has been one of the most consistent Indian batters in white ball cricket over the last decade, with the southpaw being one of the mainstays of the ODI team. The unassuming batter has a cheerful essence on and off the pitch but knows a thing or two about digging in for the team in precarious situations.
The incident took place in India's 2019 World Cup clash against defending champions Australia when a short ball from Pat Cummins rose viciously to hit Dhawan's gloves. Although the southpaw didn't show any sign of pain instantly, the Indian physio ran to his aid soon after.
The Indian star had no clue that he had suffered a broken thumb and continued to bat, amassing 93 runs since the injury, taking his tally to a brilliant 117 in the match. His innings proved pivotal for India, who triumphed over the Aussies, at the expense of Dhawan, who was ruled out of the tournament due to a fractured thumb.
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