Shikhar Dhawan engagement : Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has announced his engagement to girlfriend Sophie Shine, sharing the news with fans on Instagram on Jan. 12, 2026. The announcement quickly drew attention across social media, with congratulatory messages pouring in from fans and members of the cricket fraternity.
A heartfelt Instagram reveal
Dhawan revealed the engagement with an intimate photograph showing the couple’s hands intertwined, both wearing engagement rings. Accompanying the image was a heartfelt caption:
“From shared smiles to shared dreams. Grateful for the love, the blessings and every good wish for our engagement as we choose togetherness forever.”
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The post marked a new milestone for the couple, who first made their relationship public on May 1, 2025. Their early public appearances, including one during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, had already sparked interest among fans.
Who is Sophie Shine?
Sophie Shine is an Irish national with a strong professional background in marketing and management. She studied at the Limerick Institute of Technology and currently holds a senior role in Abu Dhabi. Beyond her corporate career, Shine is also actively involved in philanthropy, leading initiatives through the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation focused on community development and sports.
According to reports, Dhawan and Shine first met in Dubai several years ago. What began as a friendship gradually evolved into a romantic relationship, culminating in their engagement announcement this week.
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Wedding plans and personal journey
Sources close to the couple suggest that the wedding is likely to take place in the third week of February 2026 in the Delhi-NCR region. This will be Dhawan’s second marriage. The former India opener was previously married to Ayesha Mukherjee; the couple divorced in 2023 and share a son, Zoravar.
As Dhawan embarks on this new chapter of his life, fans have widely praised his openness and resilience. With wedding bells expected soon, the engagement has added a warm, personal moment to the former cricketer’s post-retirement journey.
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