ISLAMABAD: As 2024 drew to a close, several cricketers across the globe embraced a new chapter in their personal lives by tying the knot, with some weddings attracting widespread attention.
On January 19, 2024, former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik married Pakistani TV actress Sana Javed in a private ceremony, following his separation from tennis star Sania Mirza. The wedding marked a significant personal milestone for the cricketer.
England’s Olly Stone also celebrated a joyous occasion, marrying his fiancée Jessica on October 12, 2024. Stone briefly left England’s tour of Pakistan to attend the wedding, returning to the squad shortly after.
Afghanistan’s star all-rounder Rashid Khan, along with his brothers Amir Khalil, Zaki Allah, and Raza Khan, celebrated their weddings on October 3, 2024. This special day for the Khan family garnered attention in the cricketing world.
In South Africa, explosive batter David Miller married his long-time girlfriend, Kamla Harris, on March 10, 2024, in a ceremony held in Cape Town. Miller had delayed the wedding due to his commitments in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), where his exceptional performances helped his team, Fortune Barishal, win their first-ever title.
Indian cricketer Venkatesh Iyer also had a memorable year, clinching the IPL 2024 trophy with Kolkata Knight Riders. On June 2, 2024, Iyer married Shruti Ragunathan in a private ceremony, adding a personal milestone to his sporting achievements.
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In women’s cricket, Pakistan’s Aliya Riaz married former banker and now cricket commentator Ali Younis on April 12, 2024. Younis is the younger brother of former Pakistan captain Waqar Younis.
On February 5, 2024, former Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team captain Javeria Khan tied the knot with Waqas in Karachi. Khan, who represented Pakistan in 228 international matches, retired a month after her wedding in March 2024.
Lastly, Sidra Amin of Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team married Adil Masood on December 28, 2024, in a private ceremony held in a Lahore housing society.
These weddings mark a significant shift for the cricketers, blending their personal milestones with their sporting careers in a year filled with celebrations and new beginnings.
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