New Delhi: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has begun a new chapter in his personal life, marrying his long-time partner Sophie Shine in a private ceremony held in Delhi NCR on Saturday. The wedding was attended by close friends and family members, keeping the celebrations low-key and away from the public spotlight.
The couple had been in a relationship for several years before confirming it publicly earlier in 2025. Their engagement was announced in January through a joint social media post, where they expressed gratitude for the support and blessings they received as they committed to a future together.
Photos from the wedding surfaced online after former India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal shared glimpses of the ceremony. Earlier this week, Dhawan had also posted moments from his sangeet night, captioning the pictures with a lighthearted note that hinted at the upcoming nuptials.
Dhawan and Sophie were first seen together publicly during the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai, sparking curiosity among fans. Though the two had occasionally appeared together at matches and social events, they chose to keep details of their relationship private until making it official.
Sophie Shine, originally from Ireland, has a professional background distinct from the entertainment and sports circles often associated with celebrity spouses. She studied Marketing and Management at the Limerick Institute of Technology and currently holds the position of Second Vice President at Northern Trust Corporation in Abu Dhabi. In addition, she is associated with the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, the charitable initiative linked to the cricketer’s brand.
Sophie maintains an active presence on social media, where she shares glimpses of her personal and professional life with her followers.
Dhawan was previously married to Ayesha Mukherjee, and the former couple share an 11-year-old son, Zoravar Dhawan. They parted ways in 2023.
With this wedding, the veteran cricketer steps into a new phase, as fans and well-wishers extend their congratulations to the newlyweds.
