Retired Team India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan married his heartthrob Sophie Shine on February 21, 2026. The private ceremony was a much-needed expression of love for the cricketer and his new spouse after his turbulent first marriage ended after over a decade. Cricket fans were overjoyed after photos of the star cricketer and his bride went viral on social media.
Dhawan is a well-liked figure among former Indian national team batters, and well wishes poured in shortly after his wedding photos went online.
Who is Sophie Shine? See Facts About Dhawan’s New Wife
Sophie Shine is a professional product consultant with experience in corporate strategy. She has served in several executive roles in Ireland and Abu Dhabi during her remarkable career in several sectors. Currently, Dhawan’s wife is the Chief Operating Officer of a sports management firm based in India.
Sophie Shine Bio
| Feature | Details |
| Full Name | Sophie Shine |
| Year of Birth | 1990 (Age: 35 in 2026) |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Schooling | Castleroy College (Limerick, Ireland) |
| Higher Education | Limerick Institute of Technology (2012–2016); Degree in Marketing and Management |
| Professional Background | Product Consultant and Corporate Strategist |
| Corporate Leadership | Second Vice President at Northern Trust Corporation (Abu Dhabi office) |
| Previous Career Roles | Roles at Chardavin District Credit Union and Debenhams (Ireland) |
| Current Executive Role | Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Da One Sports |
| Social Media Status | Verified personality with 370,000+ followers on Instagram |
| Estimated Net Worth | ₹1–2 crore |
Shine earned her academic qualifications from top institutions in Ireland and is reportedly worth between ₹1–2 crore according to estimates.
When Did Dhawan and Shine Make their Relationship Public?
Reports suggest that Sophie Shine and Shikhar Dhawan announced their relationship status to the public in May 2025. The couple made this announcement on their respective social media profiles, and it quickly went viral on Instagram.
They followed this announcement with an engagement on January 12, 2026. Cricket fans trooped to the couple’s pages on social media to catch a glimpse of their engagement bands as Dhawan cited a “new beginning”.
Court Rules in Shikhar Dhawan’s Favour, Ex-Cricketer to Receive ₹5.7 Crore from Ex-Wife
A Delhi court has directed the ex-wife of Shikhar Dhawan to pay him ₹5.72 crore. The ruling came after Dhawan’s marriage to Shine. The ruling followed a dispute between Dhawan and his estranged wife Aisha Mukherjee regarding a payment order initiated by a court in Australia.
Does Dhawan Have Access to His Son from First Marriage?
Dhawan had a son, Zoravar, with Mukherjee before the estranged couple’s marriage ended. The former Indian cricketer cried out at some point before his second marriage that he has not had access to his son for at least 2 years. Dhawan once said he relied on social media posts and a “spiritual” connection to feel close to his son during this prolonged shut-out.
A court battle did not grant Dhawan permanent custody of Zoravar; however, the cricketer can visit his son and connect through video calls on regular basis.
BONUS: Divorced Cricketers Who Remarried Shortly After
1. Dinesh Karthik
Former Team India international Dinesh Karthik endured one of the most turbulent first marriages ever on record among cricketers. Karthik’s ex-wife (Nikita Vanjara) cheated on him with his teammate Murali Vijay before the infidelity came to light.
The-then pregnant Vanjara demanded a divorce after Karthik found out about her infidelity, and went on to marry Murali Vijay. It took long periods for Karthik to get his career and personal life back on track. Karthik married Dipika Pallikal in 2015 and went on to have a successful cricket career before his retirement from all formats.
2. Shoaib Malik
Versatile Pakistan cricketer has been busy moving in and out of marriages since his professional career took off. The Green Shirts all-rounder announced his latest divorce from Indian tennis star in January 2024. Malik shortly revealed his marriage to actress Sana Javed after that divorce.
So far, Malik has been married to three (3) different women since 2010. He was once married to Ayesha Siddiqui (2010) before divorcing her and then marrying Mirza. It is uncertain if the cricketer will stay on with his third wife or continue in his current trend.
3. Brett Lee
Australian pacer Brett Lee endured a messy public divorce from his first wife, Elizabeth Kemp. The estranged couple went separate ways in 2009 after years of marriage. Lee went on to marry Lana Anderson in 2014. Brett and Lana preferred a private ceremony at his home in New South Wales, and they have been together since that event.
