Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has once again stolen the spotlight—not for his on-field heroics, but for his witty response to rumors about his love life.
Speculation about Dhawan’s romantic life began after he was spotted with a mystery woman in the stands during India’s ICC Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh in Dubai. The woman was later identified as Sophie Shine from Ireland, fueling further rumors about the southpaw’s new relationship.
Dhawan Opens Up—With a Hint of Mystery
During a recent event, Dhawan was grilled about his personal life. Initially hesitant, he eventually gave a cheeky yet intriguing response.
“Yes, I have moved on. I wouldn’t say I was unlucky in love—rather, my choices came from inexperience. But now, I have experience, and that will come in handy. It was a learning curve for me.”
When asked if he was ready to love again, Dhawan quipped:
“I am always in love!”
But his best response came when pressed about the identity of his new ladylove.
“See, I know how to dodge bouncers in cricket, and I know you’re throwing one at me now. But I won’t get caught. I will not take any name. But the most beautiful girl in the room is my girlfriend. Now you can figure it out.”
Life After Divorce
Dhawan’s comments come after his divorce from Ayesha Mukerji in October 2023. The cricketer lost custody of his son, Zoraver, and has since expressed his desire to maintain a bond with him. Reports suggest he was initially allowed occasional video calls, but Ayesha reportedly opposed it.
While Dhawan remains tight-lipped about his relationship status, his latest remarks have only added fuel to the fire. Fans will now be eager to see if the cricket star makes things official with Sophie Shine—or if he continues to play his cards close to his chest!
