Pakistan ex-cricketer Shoaib Malik responds to third marriage rumours
Malik’s marriage with Indian tennis star Sania Mirza ended in early 2023 by mutual consent
Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has strongly denied rumours claiming that he is planning to get married for the third time, calling the reports “false and fabricated.”
In a detailed public statement, the veteran all-rounder said that his silence regarding personal matters had been misunderstood and taken for granted. He expressed particular concern about online trolling directed at his wife, Sana Javed, urging people to act responsibly.
Background
Malik’s marriage with Indian tennis star Sania Mirza ended in early 2023 by mutual consent.
The two decided to co-parent their son following the separation.
On January 19, 2024, Malik married Sana Javed in a private nikah ceremony in Karachi.
Malik’s statement
He clarified that his first marriage ended before he remarried.
He emphasised that he has always tried to keep his private life away from public scrutiny.
He said his son is now old enough to read online stories, which prompted him to address the rumours.
He described the allegations as harmful and distressing to his loved ones.
He warned that continued speculation and defamatory content could lead to strict legal action.
Malik concluded by appealing for privacy and responsible behavior, stating that personal lives should not be reduced to gossip for social media engagement.
