Several cricketers have faced personal controversies, including high-profile divorces and relationship issues. Media scrutiny often intensifies around these players, highlighting challenges both on and off the field. Marriages, separations, and publicized personal lives contribute to public interest and sometimes affect their careers and public image.
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5. Mohammad Azharuddin
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin’s personal life has been surrounded by controversy. In 1996, he divorced his first wife Naureen and married Bollywood actress Sangeeta Bijlani. However, after 14 years of marriage, they separated. The media created a stir by linking Azharuddin with sports stars like Jwala Gutta and several others.
4. Vinod Kambli
Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli’s marriage also became controversial. In 2005, he divorced his childhood friend Nayela Lewis. Later, Kambli married former model Andrea Hewitt and converted to Christianity for their marriage. The couple has two sons and a daughter, further increasing public interest in his personal life.
3. Dinesh Karthik
Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik faced a controversy when he separated from his former partner Nikita Vanjara, following her relationship with his teammate Muralitharan Vijay. In 2015, Karthik married squash player Dipika Pallikal, and they had twin sons in 2021. Recently, after playing for RCB, he retired from the IPL.
2. Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan’s marriage to Ayesha Mukherjee ended in a controversial divorce, with allegations of mental abuse. Ayesha, who lives with their son Zoravar in Australia, was mentioned in legal proceedings. In 2023, a Delhi court granted Shikhar a divorce, with allegations against Ayesha.
1. Hardik Pandya
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and his wife Natasa Stankovic were surrounded by rumors of separation, sparking discussions. Fans have also recalled other cricketers who faced public criticism during their divorces. The personal lives of cricket stars often attract intense media attention, highlighting the challenges both on and off the field.
