Cricket is one of the most popular sports in many countries, including India. With its enormous fan base and cultural importance, cricket has turned into a means for players to gain fame. But because of their fame, several talented players hit headlines not just for their on-field achievements but also for their dating rumors. Whether it’s cozy social media exchanges, public appearances, or subtle hints dropped by insiders, speculation is rife about the personal lives of these cricketing stars.
As their fans anxiously piece together hints from matchday sightings, Instagram tales, and cryptic statements, the anticipation for these alleged romances is growing among the audience.
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So, here’s a look at five fresh romantic links that have set the cricketing world abuzz:
Recent dating rumors related to cricketers are currently buzzing on the Internet
1. Yuzvendra Chahal and RJ Mahvash
Recently, India won the Champions Trophy final against England. While Team India took center stage, Yuzvendra Chahal also stole the limelight. Currently engaging in divorce proceedings with his ex-wife, Dhanashree, Chahal was recently spotted with RJ Mahvash during the CT25 final. Mahvash’s social media post only increased the buzz surrounding the leg-spinner’s divorce, which was already the subject of persistent rumors. Another video showed her match-day attire, which heightened the allegations about their relationship.
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While Yuzvendra Chahal has not responded to the rumors, RJ Mahvash has publicly refuted these rumors. After they appeared together in the CT25 final, Mahvash addressed the claims on social media, challenging the presumptions about their relationship. She expressed frustration over the baseless nature of the rumors and emphasized that being seen with someone of the opposite gender does not imply a romantic involvement.
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2. Shubman Gill and Avneet Kaur
This year, the Champions Trophy gave rise to so many rumors. Apart from Yuzavendra Chahal-related rumors, young batsman Shubman Gill has also become a target of such kinds of reports. It happened during the India vs. Australia match in the semi-final round of CT25 when influencer-actor Avneet Kaur’s presence drew attention. She has now been linked to Shubman Gill.
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Shubman Gill was formerly associated with actress Sara Ali Khan and Sara Tendulkar, the daughter of former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, Sara Tendulkar, while Avneet was previously associated with Raghav Sharma. When Avneet posted her stadium photos, followers could not help but tease her, calling Gill their “jiju” in the comments. Her post soon went viral and became an instant hit.
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3. Hardik Pandya and Jasmin Walia
Recently, Hardik Pandya and his wife, Natasa Stankovic, announced their separation. Following the separation, rumors have circulated about Hardik Pandya’s alleged relationship with British singer and television personality Jasmin Walia. Speculation intensified when Walia was spotted cheering for Pandya during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai.
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Furthermore, at roughly the same time, Pandya and Walia posted pictures from their Greek vacations, which fueled relationship suspicions even more. As their photos went viral against the same Greek backdrop, the buzz grew even more. However, neither Pandya nor Walia have publicly confirmed or commented on these speculations.
4. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Maddie Hamilton
The young Indian cricket player Yashasvi Jaiswal has been at the center of relationship speculations lately, involving Maddie Hamilton, a student from the UK. The two have reportedly been romantically involved for around three years. Maddie has been a visible supporter of Jaiswal, attending several of his matches.
Her first notable public appearance occurred in Hyderabad in 2024 at India’s Test match against England, where she proudly wore an Indian jersey. During the IPL2024, Maddie was frequently spotted in the stands, enthusiastically supporting Jaiswal and the Rajasthan Royals. Since then, social media has been ablaze with speculation about their possible relationship.
5. Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine
Former cricket player Shikhar Dhawan was previously engaged in bitter divorce proceedings with his ex-wife, Australian citizen Ayesha Mukherjee, before getting divorced in 2023. However, it seems that Shikhar has finally found new love.
Dhawan has been associated with Irish product consultant Sophie Shine. Recently, they both spotted enjoying the CT2025 India vs. Bangladesh match together. According to some sharp observations, Dhawan tried to cover his face when he was filmed with Shine, suggesting that he was uncomfortable with the cameras.
Meanwhile, this isn’t the first time the duo has been seen together. Reports indicate they were previously spotted at the airport in November 2024. Additionally, Dhawan follows Shine on social media platforms. Since Dhawan and Shine have not yet made any public remarks regarding the nature of their relationship, fans, and the media are left to make guesses about the possible romance.
What do you think about these rumors? Do share your thoughts with us in the comment section of this article.
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