Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan is in a relationship with Sophie Shine, who is a UK-based entrepreneur. Dhawan announced their relationship publicly on May 1, 2025. He shared a photo with Sophie on Instagram and captioned it “My Love”. To date, their relationship is going strong as they recently posted a picture together on social media.
Reportedly, Dhawan and Sophie are now in a live-in relationship. They have made several public appearances, like attending cricket matches together. Sophie has also been seen in traditional Indian attire at events with Dhawan.
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Recently, Sophie Shine and Dhawan were seen together in the Maldives, celebrating her 32nd birthday
Shikhar Dhawan posted pictures with his girlfriend from their water villa resort in the tropical heaven. In the Instagram pictures, Sophie Shine can be seen in a bikini top paired with linen pants over the swimsuit. She looks stunning in her resort wear attire.
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Shikhar Dhawan tagged Sophie and captioned the post,
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Happy Birthday My ❤️
Several celebrities flooded the comments section with birthday wishes for Sophie, like Jacqueline Fernandez, Deanne Uppal, Karishma Kotak, David Warner, and many others.
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David Warner left a hilarious comment on the post spotted by fans
He took to Instagram and wrote,
“Fiji looks amazing mate,” with a laugh emoji.
As most fans speculated, the location to be the Maldives, David’s comment confused them. They wanted to know what David Warner meant by his comment. David Warner and Shikhar Dhawan have played together for the Hyderabad team.
They seem to be close, too. So, many are thinking it is an inside joke that’s kept between the two friends. David Warner is one of the most loved international players in India.
Dhawan expressed that he is a romantic, and falling in love is easy for him
Shikhar Dhawan recently spoke at the Times Now Conclave that he had found love again. Shikhar Dhawan also conveyed that he has learnt from his past mistakes and does not live on his past like how he suffered due to the divorce. Dhawan said,
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“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.”
It looks like Shikhar is cherishing love again, and he is enjoying his life with someone special.
Here is how netizens reacted to Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine’s post
Many fans have wished Sophie by addressing her as Sophie Bhabhi.
What are your thoughts about Dhawan’s new love? Let us know in the comments.
