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The entire country was shocked after former badminton star Saina Nehwal's divorce from husband Parupalli Kashyap.
Let's have a look at some other Indian sportspersons who eventually failed to lead a happy married life with their partners.
Shikhar Dhawan
Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan was granted a divorce from his wife Aesha Mukherjee in October 2023. The couple, who got married in 2012, have a son named Zoravar. A Delhi Court approved the divorce on the grounds of "cruelty" inflicted on Dhawan by his estranged wife.
Hardik Pandya
In 2024, star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya and his wife, model Natasa Stankovic, announced their separation. The couple shared the news on social media and have since moved on with their individual lives.
Mohammed Shami
Indian pace bowler Mohammed Shami made headlines due to issues in his personal life. He and his wife, Hasin Jahan, separated in 2018 after she accused him of domestic violence and infidelity. Since then, the two have been involved in a divorce case, with ongoing legal proceedings concerning alimony and related matters.
Yuzvendra Chahal
Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal married dancer and social media influencer Dhanashree Verma in 2020. However, the couple divorced in March 2025. According to their joint petition, they had been living separately since June 2022. On February 5, they filed for divorce by mutual consent in family court.
Sania Mirza
Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza married former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik in 2010. The couple announced their separation in 2024, although they had reportedly been living apart for several months before making it public. Since then, Malik has married Pakistani actress Sana Javed, while Sania has chosen to stay single.
