In a surprising turn, veteran Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik recently announced his marriage to Pakistani actress Sana Javed. The news came amidst ongoing speculation about his separation from Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza. The shocking announcement was shared by Malik on X (previously known as Twitter), accompanied by photos of their wedding ceremony. The cricketer captioned the post that read, “And we created you in pairs.”

Shoaib Malik And Sana Javed’s Wedding

Rumours of a relationship between Malik and Javed had been circulating, particularly after Malik’s birthday wish to Javed last year on Instagram. He captioned a photo of them together as “Happy Birthday Buddy,” sparking further speculation among fans and media alike.

In March 2022, Malik publicly supported Javed when she faced criticism over her alleged rude behaviour towards juniors and makeup artists on a TV set. He defended her character based on his experiences, stating she had always been kind and courteous.

Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza’s Split

Malik and Mirza’s marriage, which took place in 2010 and was celebrated with traditional ceremonies in Hyderabad and Sialkot, has been under scrutiny due to the divorce rumours. The couple, who share a son, Izhaan, born in 2018, have been the subject of widespread media speculation.

Adding fuel to the fire, Sania Mirza’s recent Instagram post seemed to hint at relationship troubles. Her message touched on the difficulties of marriage, fitness, financial discipline, and communication, ending with a poignant statement: “Life will never be easy. It will always be hard. But we can choose our hard. Pick wisely.”

Meanwhile, Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik are a celebrated Indo-Pak duo. The ex-couple garnered widespread attention with their cross-border marriage in 2010. Mirza, an Indian tennis star, and Malik, a Pakistani cricket icon, have been admired for their sports achievements. The couple is parents to a son and has consistently been in the limelight for their professional successes and personal life.

The news of Malik’s wedding to Javed has sent shockwaves across fans and media in both countries, leaving many wondering about the future of Malik and Mirza’s relationship.