New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) With the arrival of the New Year, former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has announced his engagement to girlfriend Sophie Shine, much to the delight of his fans.
Dhawan’s followers have warmly welcomed the news, with many expressing happiness and noting that speculation about the couple tying the knot this year had already been circulating.
Sharing the announcement on Instagram, Dhawan wrote, “From shared smiles to shared dreams. Grateful for the love, the blessings, and every good wish for our engagement as we choose togetherness forever.”
Sophie Shine, 35, is an Irish national and works as a Product Consultant at Northern Trust Corporation. She is currently based in Abu Dhabi.
Dhawan, 40, retired from international cricket in 2024 after a distinguished career spanning more than a decade. During his time in Indian colours, he amassed over 10,000 international runs and earned a reputation as one of the most aggressive and dependable openers of his generation.’
