The movie, ‘Dhurandhar 2’, directed by Aditya Dhar, has been quite a topic of conversation in the Indian entertainment sector. The movie has been garnering applauds for its engaging storyline as well as its direction, but the strong and well-defined characters have also managed to carve a niche of their own. Meanwhile, the cricket enthusiasts are geared up for the next IPL (2026). With both of these events creating a buzz, the cricket enthusiasts have already started thinking of what it would look like if Indian cricketers were a part of the world of Dhurandhar 2. Although the movie has an interesting storyline, this crossover has a different, interesting perspective without revealing any spoilers. Here’s a look at how some of the popular Indian cricketers match up with their counterparts from Dhurandhar 2: Indian Cricketers as Dhurandhar 2 Characters Rahul Dravid as Ajay Sanyal The character of Ajay Sanyal is played by R Madhavan. He is the mastermind behind the operation of the mission 'Dhurandhar'. He is cool, intelligent, and composed even in critical situations. The character of Rahul Dravid is perfectly suited for the role of Ajay Sanyal. He is a man of cool temperament and intelligent thoughts. He is the Head Coach of the Indian cricket team from 2022 to 2024. He has complete faith in young players to make their mark in the cricket arena. He trusts his decisions to the core, just like Ajay Sanyal trusts his teammates. A perfect example of this is how Rahul Dravid trusted Arshdeep Singh and gave him opportunities to play as a main bowler in white-conditions cricket. He is the highest wicket-taker for India in T20Is. He also coached the Indian cricket team to win the ICC Trophy in 2024 after 11 years. Just like Sanyal, Rahul Dravid is a mastermind behind the scenes to build a strong cricket team. Also Read | Shocking! PAK-Based Armed Group Threatens Warner, Smith & Foreign Stars to Skip PSL 2026 Virender Sehwag as Jameel Jamali Jameel Jamali brings much-needed comic relief in this otherwise serious and suspenseful movie. The appearance of his character is enough to bring laughter even in critical situations. Virender Sehwag is perfectly cast to play this character, who is known for his fearlessness, sense of humor, and his personality both on and off the field. Just as Jamali did to release the pressure of the situation by being aggressive in his attack of the bowlers, Sehwag is also known for bringing light moments to the situation, first while playing cricket and now while commentating with his simple yet witty dialogue. Shubman Gill as Uzair Baloch Uzair Baloch is a loyal character who is always ready to take responsibility. He has a strong sense of responsibility. He is always available to support his leader. Shubman Gill is similar to this character in every possible way. Shubman Gill is considered to be the future star of Indian cricket. Shubman Gill has shown maturity beyond his age. Shubman Gill has key member of the team since the retirement of cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Shubman Gill, at 26, has already become a face of new-generation cricket. Moreover, similar to Danish Pandor, who has become a popular name because of this character, Shubman Gill has a huge fan following because of his stunning looks. Also Read | Top 5 Batters with Most Runs Against Jasprit Bumrah in IPL History Hardik Pandya as Major Iqbal Major Iqbal, played by Arjun Rampal, is an intelligent and formidable character. He is someone who meticulously plans and never steps down. Hardik Pandya fits the bill perfectly with his strong attitude. He has grown up over time from a young boy to a top-notch all-rounder, who has delivered with his aggressive batting, bowling, and fielding. Hardik always delivers under pressure, especially in important matches. He definitely has the 'main character' attitude and confidence of Major Iqbal. Ravi Shastri as SP Chaudhary Aslam SP Chaudhary Aslam, portrayed by Sanjay Dutt, is a brave character who takes daring steps. He always takes charge of any situation. Ravi Shastri has this attitude as well. Ravi Shastri always uses a powerful voice, be it as a coach or as a commentator. A classic example of Ravi Shastri's straightforward attitude is when Kohli asked everyone to save water during Holi. Ravi Shastri replied, "Use whatever you want." Just like Aslam, Ravi Shastri has this charisma as well. He does not hold back. MS Dhoni as Rahman Dakait Rahman Dakait, played by Akshaye Khanna, is a character that possesses a powerful presence. Even before he makes his entry, you feel his aura. MS Dhoni fits the role the best. Just like Rahman Dakait, Dhoni's entry when he comes to bat, especially in IPL, electrifies the stadium. He has a unique quality of calmness and authority over his team. Both Rahman and Dhoni have huge respect and loyalty from their fans and teams. They talk less, but they have an extraordinary influence on the game. Dhoni's 'never-say-die' attitude and his 'cool' personality in tough situations are perfectly matched with the presence and personality of Rahman Dakait. Also Read | Top 5 Youngest Players Ever to Debut in IPL Smriti Mandhana as Yalina Yalina is portrayed as a calm and composed character with a deadly personality. The best choice for this character is Smriti Mandhana. She is known for her sweet batting style and her cool nature. But once she takes her position to bat, she is as brave as anyone else. She is usually cool under pressure and delivers at the right moment, which is exactly what is required for the character of Yalina. Virat Kohli as Hamza Ali Mazari The character of Hamza Ali Mazari, played by Ranveer Singh, is that of a protagonist who has to carry a huge responsibility on his shoulders and handle any situation with a lot of self-belief. Virat Kohli would be the most suitable choice to play this role. He has been the face of Indian cricket for over a decade now, handling pressure like no other. Like Hamza, Kohli has had his own share of struggles when he lost his touch, and people started to doubt him. However, he has made a strong comeback by working hard. Virat Kohli is a "chase master," who has won matches for India on his own with his exceptional ability to perform when the team needs him most. Like Hamza, he has that "main sambhal loonga" attitude.