Goa, Oct. 14 -- Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has announced plans to take legal action against the organisers of the World T20 Continent Cup, alleging that his name was used to promote the tournament without his knowledge or permission.

Dhawan clarified his position in a post on X on October 13 after discovering that he had been listed as a participant in the competition. The former cricketer said neither he nor his team had authorised the announcement and warned the media and fans against relying on unverified claims about his involvement.

"I have come across my name as a participant in the World T20 Continent Cup. My name has been used by the organisers without my knowledge or permission, and my team will be taking the appropriat...