Shoaib Malik: Amid persistent rumors of a rift between retired Indian tennis star Sania Mirza and former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik, Shoaib announced on Saturday that he has tied the knot with Pakistani actor Sana Javed. The newlyweds shared wedding pictures on their Instagram handles with the caption, “And We created you in pairs.”
Speculations Surrounding a ‘Khula’
Sources from Shoaib’s family reportedly stated that the marriage was a ‘khula,’ referring to the right of a Muslim woman to unilaterally divorce her husband.
Long-Standing Rumors and Social Media Changes
Speculations about differences between Shoaib and Sania have circulated since 2022, with the couple rarely seen together in recent years. A few days before Shoaib’s wedding announcement, he unfollowed Sania on Instagram and changed his bio from “Husband to a superwoman Sania” to “Father to One True Blessing.”
Cryptic Messages on Social Media
Adding fuel to the fire, Sania had earlier hinted at separation through a cryptic Instagram Story. The text conveyed that marriage and divorce are challenging, emphasizing the need to choose one’s battles wisely. The Story concluded with a reflection on life’s perpetual challenges.
The Journey of Shoaib Malik and Sania
Shoaib and Sania got married in Hyderabad, India, in April 2010, and they resided in Dubai. They welcomed their son, Izhaan Mirza Malik, in 2018. Reports suggest that Shoaib and Sania may have allegedly ended their marriage, opting for co-parenting since then. The couple even hosted a chat show, “The Mirza Malik Show,” on Spotify just last year.
Athletic Achievements and Retirement
Shoaib Malik, who made his international cricket debut in 1999, captained the Pakistan cricket team across various formats before retiring in 2021. Meanwhile, Sania Mirza, a tennis sensation, won 43 WTA doubles titles and one singles trophy in her illustrious career. She officially announced her retirement from tennis last year, marking the end of an era in Indian sports.
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