In a country like India where there is an immense popularity for a game of cricket, the fans also show interest in the personal lives and families of their favourite cricketers. There are several Indian cricketers whose families are as famous as them and get a lot of media attention. Apart from that, there are also some cricketers whose spouses went on to make their own identity in several fields and make a perfect couple with their partners.
Along with the star Indian cricketers, their wives also have a huge fanbase on social media and also show support for their partners by making their presence at the stadium during live matches. They also play a big role in their partner’s life and give them strength during tough phases of their careers.
Let’s have a look at five beautiful wives of Indian cricketers and their lifestyle:
Ashrita Shetty (Manish Pandey)
Indian batter Manish Pandey is married to Ashrita Shetty, who is a popular name in the Tamil film industry. Ashrita started her acting journey with Tulu Comedy film "Telikeda Bolli” in 2012. She won the 'Clean & Clear Fresh Face' contest in 2010 and has worked in popular movies like Indrajith, Udhayam NH4, Saddu and many more. Ashrita has over 225k followers on her Instagram. She got married to Manish Pandey on December 2, 2019 after the couple was together for a few years.
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Sagarika Ghatge (Zaheer Khan)
Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan to Indian actress Sagarika Ghatge who is known for role of Preety Sabharwal in one of the most popular films of Bollywood “Chak De! India” starring Shah Rukh Khan. Zaheer and Sagarika were dating for a few years before they officially got engaged in April 2017. After a few months, the couple got married in November 2017. Almost eight years after their marriage, Zaheer and Sagarika welcomed their first child Fathesinh Khan in April 2025. Talking about Sagarika Ghatge, she is a renowned actress who has worked in movies like Dildariyaan, Rush, BOSS, Irada, Miley Na Hum Tum and More. She has over 1.8 millions followers on her Instagram.
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Mayanti Langar (Stuart Binny)
India fast bowler Stuart Binny is married to Mayanti Langar, who is a renowned name in the field of sports broadcasting and has been working as sports presenter for many years. She has over 854K followers on her Instagram. Mayanti got married to Stuart Binny in 2012 after the couple was dating for a longtime. The couple welcomed their son in September 2020. Mayanti currently works with JioHotstar as an sports presenter and covers several big tournaments like the IPL, World Cup and many more.
Athiya Shetty (KL Rahul)
Star Indian cricketer KL Rahul is married Athiya Shetty who is daughter of Bollywood star Sunil Shetty and is a renowned actor herself. Athiya was worked in movies like Hero, Motichoor Chaknachoor, Mubarakan and Nawabzaade and has over 4.7 millions followers on her Instagram. There were rumors going around that Rahul and Athiya have been dating for a few years before the couple ended all of them after they officially got married in January 2023. Two years later, the couple welcomed their daughter Evaarah Vipula Rahul in March 2025.
Anushka Sharma (Virat Kohli)
Indian cricketing superstar Virat Kohli is married to popular Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma. Both Virat and Anushka met for the first time during an ad shoot in 2013 after which their dating rumours caught the attention of the fans. Anushka is a successful actress who has worked in movies like Rab Ne Bandai Jodi, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, PK, Sultan, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Band Baaja Baraat, Sui Dhaga and more. She has over 69.6 Millions followers on her Instagram. Years after teasing the fans, the couple officially tied the knot in December 2017. Both Virat and Anushka are now happily married and blessed with two children. They welcomed their daughter Vamika in January 2021 and son Akaay in February 2024.
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FAQs
Q. Which cricketer is married to an actress?
A. There are several cricketers from India who got married to popular Indian actress including the likes of Virat Kohli (married to Anushka Sharma), KL Rahul (married to Athiya Shetty), Harbhajan Singh (married to Geeta Basra), Zaheer Khan (married to Sagarika Ghatge and more.
Q. Which cricketer's wife is politician?
A. Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja’s wife Rivaba Jadeja is into politics. Rivaba is associated with Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) and is currently member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly from the Jamnagar district.
Q. Who is the most followed Indian cricketer’s wife on Instagram?
A. Virat Kohli’s wife and popular Indian actress Anushka Sharma has most number of followers among the wives of the Indian cricketers. Anushka have over 69.9 millions followers on her Instagram account.
