Shikhar Dhawan Associates Himself With Yoga Brand Sarva

Updated - 16 Jun 2020, 08:34 PM

Shikhar Dhawan (Credits: Getty Images)

Indian opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan reportedly has invested in Yoga brand, Sarva. Shikhar Dhawan is one of the most reputed of the Indian cricketers today and took the nation to unparalleled heights along with Rohit Sharma as top-order batsmen. Dhawan and Rohit are one of the best opening pairs in limited-overs cricket today, having come together in 2013.

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As far as his latest cricketing action goes, the southpaw missed the tour of New Zealand before the COVID-19 pandemic. He played all three ODIs against Australia, in which the men in blue emerged victorious. So, far Shikhar Dhawan has featured in 34 ODIs, 136 Tests, and 60 T20Is, mustering 2315, 5688, and 1588 runs respectively.

The 34-year old said that Yoga has benefitted him first-hand for recovering from career-threatening injuries, building stamina, or having concentration. It is the reason why he got in touch with Sarvesh Shah, the founder of Yoga and invested towards it. The organization and its women-oriented brand Diva Yoga came into being in 2016, having a global digital reach of over 200 million.

I have first-hand benefited from yoga, be it while recovering from an injury, getting back into shape, building stamina or staying focused before a game…This is why when I met Sarvesh, I connected to his vision for Sarva instantly.” Dhawan stated.

Founder claims Shikhar Dhawan’s association with the brand will boost it in many ways:

Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan. Credits: Getty

The promoter of the yoga brand is confident that Shikhar Dhawan aligned himself with a consortium that focuses on holistic health and well-being, which is integral for the game of cricket. Dhawan’s association will help in making yoga modern, authentic, and inclusive.

Eight million have been raised for the venture so far with reputed Bollywood celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, Dhanush, Shahid Kapoor backing it.

“Sports and fitness go hand in hand and Shikhar aligned completely with Sarva’s philosophy of holistic health and well-being, which is a must for a fast-paced game like cricket.”

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