Shikhar Dhawan’s Memoir “The One”

In a deeply personal and reflective direction, former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has published his anticipated memoir “The One: Cricket, My Life and More.” The memoir was published by HarperCollins India and takes readers behind the scenes of Dhawan’s career in cricket, sharing details of his professional achievements, the struggles he experienced emotionally, as well as his own personal growth and progress. After achieving success on the field, Dhawan now provides a more intimate glimpse of his journey- Littered with setbacks, learning, and self-exploration.

The memoir was officially launched on June 26, 2025, and the veracity of the story, along with stories from one of India’s most lovable cricket stars have made the memoir broadly concerning the realm of professional sports. The memoir includes contributions from fellow cricketers Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Yuvraj Singh, and Harbhajan Singh, as a collective insight into the life of a modern cricketer.

Significance

• The memoir illustrates a notion about the autobiography frame, and Dhawan’s story goes beyond just cricketing achievements, but also reads as a story of personal renewal. This will likely allow readers beyond cricket fans to relate.

• Shows how public figures manage their mental health, career uncertainty, and emotional journeys in public.