- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Thu, 10 Apr 2025 01:02 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Famous Cricketers Who Found Love Again After Divorce: Love and heartbreak are part of life, even for our favourite cricket stars. Over the years, many well-known cricketers have gone through difficult divorces but later found love again. From second marriages to rumored relationships, their personal lives often grab as much attention as their performances on the field. Recently, Yuzvendra Chahal made headlines after rumors of his relationship with RJ Mahvash surfaced, following his split from Dhanashree Verma. Similarly, fans have been buzzing about Shikhar Dhawan, who is reportedly dating again after his separation from Aesha Mukerji. But they’re not alone. Many cricketers—like Dinesh Karthik, Imran Khan, and Shane Warne—have also moved on from their first marriages and found new partners or started fresh chapters in love.
Top 10 Cricketers Who Found Love Again After Divorce
Let’s take a look at the top 10 famous cricketers who found love again after divorce and how their love stories unfolded off the pitch.
1. Dinesh Karthik
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Former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik’s first marriage to his childhood friend Nikita Vanjara ended in divorce, as Nikita cheated on him with another Indian opening batsman, Murli Vijay. He later found love with Indian squash player Dipika Pallikal. The couple got married in 2015 and are now proud parents of twin sons.
2. Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya tied the knot with Natasha Stankovic during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, and the couple welcomed their son Agastya later that year. In January 2023, they celebrated their union with a grand wedding ceremony. However, the two parted ways in 2024. Post-divorce, Hardik is rumored to be dating British singer Jasmine Walia, who was recently spotted in a team bus reserved for cricketers' wives and partners.
3. Mohammad Azharuddin
Former Indian captain Azharuddin married Naureen, but the marriage ended in divorce as he was having an extramarital relationship with Bollywood actress Sangeeta Bijlani. Later, he married actress Sangeeta Bijlani. Though that relationship also ended, it was one of the most talked-about love stories in cricket.
4. Imran Khan
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Pakistan’s legendary cricketer Imran Khan was first married to British journalist Jemima Goldsmith in 1995. After their divorce, he married journalist Reham Khan briefly. Later, he tied the knot with Bushra Bibi, a spiritual guide who was already divorced. Imran Khan has only two sons from his first wife, Goldsmith: Sulaiman Isa (1996) and Kasim (1999).
5. Shoaib Malik
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Former Pakistani captain Shoaib Malik divorced Ayesha Siddiqui and later married Indian tennis star Sania Mirza in 2010. Recently, the couple reportedly separated, and Malik married Pakistani actress Sana Javed in 2024. Sania Mirza and Shoaib have a son named Mirza Malik.
6. Vinod Kambli
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Fierce Indian Batsman in the 90s, Vinod Kambli, was first married to Noella Lewis. After their separation, he married Andrea Hewitt, and the couple has a son together.
7. Mahela Jayawardene
The Sri Lankan legend separated from his first wife, Christina Mallika Sirisena and later found love again in Natasha Makalana. He now lives happily with his second wife, though he keeps his personal life quite private.
8. Michael Clark
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Former Aussie captain Michael Clarke ended his marriage with Kyly Boldy in 2020. He made headlines due to domestic violence against his wife. He later dated fashion designer Pip Edwards, but they also split. Clarke’s love life remains much talked about. Currently, he is dating Arabelle Sherborne.
9. Shane Warne
The late Australian legend Shane Warne married Simone Callahan, but they divorced. He later dated British actress Elizabeth Hurley, and their relationship made headlines globally.
10. Brett Lee
Australian fast bowler Brett Lee married Elizabeth Kemp, but the marriage ended. He later married Lana Anderson, and they now have a daughter together.
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