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Imran Khan to Shoaib Akhtar: Pakistani cricketers who fell in love with Indian women
Despite the complicated relationship between India and Pakistan, some have discovered love across the border. Here are some heartwarming stories of Pakistani cricketers who found their partners in Indian women. While some of these couples tied the knot, others faced heartbreak along the way.
Chankesh Rao | May 11, 2025, 07:42 PM IST
1.Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza
Renowned Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik tied the knot with India's top tennis player, Sania Mirza, in 2010, garnering widespread media attention. The couple enjoyed a blissful life together and were blessed with a son, Izhaan. However, in 2024, Shoaib entered into another marriage, leading to the confirmation of Sania's divorce. Thus, their once beautiful love story sadly reached its conclusion.
2.Imran Khan and Zeenat Aman
In the 80s, Pakistani cricketer Imran Khan and Bollywood actress Zeenat Aman had a brief romance during Imran's cricket tour in India in 1979. However, they did not get married as Imran wanted to stay in Pakistan while Zeenat wanted to continue her career in India.
3.Hasan Ali and Samiya Arzoo
Pakistani fast bowler Hasan Ali crossed paths with Samiya Arzoo, a talented aeronautical engineer from Haryana, while they were both in Dubai. They were introduced by a mutual friend and tied the knot in 2019. Fast forward to today, and they’re now the proud parents of a beautiful baby girl, enjoying their life together to the fullest.
4.Mohsin Khan and Reena Roy
Back in the 1980s, Pakistani cricketer Mohsin Khan tied the knot with the well-known Indian actress Reena Roy. She made the big decision to step away from her acting career for him. Unfortunately, their marriage didn’t stand the test of time. They welcomed a daughter into the world, but after some legal wrangling, Reena ended up with custody. Ultimately, the couple parted ways due to their differing lifestyles.
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5.Zaheer Abbas and Rita Luthra
In 1988, Pakistani cricketer Zaheer Abbas married Indian woman Rita Luthra, now known as Samina Abbas. Despite tensions between their nations, their long-lasting relationship shows that love knows no bounds, rules, or borders.
6.Wasim Akram and Sushmita Sen
In 2013, rumors circulated about Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram dating Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen. The speculation started after they were both judges on a dance show, but Akram later clarified they were just friends. He praised Sen for being graceful and decent.
7.Shoaib Akhtar and Sonali Bendre
In 2000, there were rumors about Shoaib Akhtar being in love with Sonali Bendre, but he later denied these rumors and stated that he was never a fan of the actress. He did, however, admire her courage during her battle with cancer.
