Shoaib Malik, the Pakistani cricketer, surprised everyone by announcing his third marriage to actress Sana Javed on Saturday.
The 42-year-old shared the news on his social media accounts with a brief caption and a Quranic verse expressing gratitude.
This unexpected announcement left fans surprised, considering Malik’s previous marriage to Indian tennis star Sania Mirza since 2010, with whom he has a son named Izhaan Mirza Malik.
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While there were rumors of a possible divorce between Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza, neither had officially confirmed such speculations.
Sana Javed, Malik’s new spouse, had previously been married to singer Umair Jaiswal in 2020, and reports hinted at difficulties in their marriage, adding curiosity to Malik’s latest announcement.
Shoaib Malik, a stalwart in Pakistani cricket for over two decades, has had an impressive career. In One Day Internationals (ODIs), he played 287 matches, scoring 7534 runs and taking 158 wickets.
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His Test career, spanning 35 matches, included a notable performance with a career-best score of 245 against England in 2015.
In Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), Malik showcased his versatility, scoring 2435 runs and taking 28 wickets in 49 innings.
Beyond his cricketing achievements, Malik’s recent marriage has captured the attention of fans, adding another chapter to the intriguing story of this seasoned cricketer.