My main focus is the 2023 ODI World Cup, want to be able to participate in all matches: Shikhar Dhawan

New Delhi, Aug 12 : Senior India opener Shikhar Dhawan has stated that his main focus is 2023s ICC Mens ODI World Cup and he will play as many games as he can in India prior to the big event in order to remain fit and be well prepared.

The left-handed opener who has played a major player for India in ICC events in the past, explained his appreciation for how he is enjoying playing in international tournaments and the pleasure he gets from it "I am a fan of playing in ICC tournaments.Theres always a distinct sensation and feeling of satisfaction, and Ive played in some excellent tournaments in the past.

I plan and approach every tournament in the same manner," Dhawan told Times of India "Every time I don the Indian jersey the pressure is always there and the good thing is that as a professional I am able to deal with the pressure.The excitement is definitely helpful, because it boosts the motivation of my game.

I dont feel overwhelmed at the moment, as my process, focus and preparation is identical for every tournament Im playing in," he added.The 36-year-old has said that he hopes to play "as as many games as can be played" for India in the lead-up to the marquee tournament at home next year in order to perform at his all in the biggest event "My main focus is the 50-overs tournament next year.

World Cup and for that Id like to take part in as many games as I can in India and be successful in these matches.In between, theres the IPL also so Ill be trying to continue to be successful in that and also look forward to playing the Indian one-day and T20 matches, and stay fit and ready," Dhawan said.

Dhawan who helped lead India to an ODI series win of 3-0 in West Indies, will serve as a his replacement for KL Rahul in the upcoming ODI series against Zimbabwe.He declared that his style of captaincy is to remain "cool and aggressive" "Captaining India is always an honor.

My philosophy for captaincy is to be cool and assertive - - aggressive from the inside, but cool from the outside" the batter who is left handed said "I would like my team to have fun playing on the field yet maintain the intensity throughout the game, and to have fun being part of Team India.I love mentoring young players and passing on knowledge that helps to enhance the qualities of a leader in me," he added.