A family court in Bandra has officially granted cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his estranged wife Dhanashree Verma a divorce by mutual consent. The couple, who tied the knot in December 2020, had been living separately since June 2022. Their joint petition was accepted on March 21, 2025, bringing their marriage to an official end.
🌟 Court's Decision & Mutual Consent Divorce
The court acknowledged that both parties had adhered to the consent terms required for their separation. Chahal's lawyer, Nitin Gupta, confirmed that the court had approved their mutual divorce plea.
💨 IPL Commitments & Urgent Petition
With Chahal gearing up for the IPL 2025 season, where he will represent Punjab Kings, the Bombay High Court expedited the divorce proceedings. On February 5, the couple filed a petition requesting a waiver of the six-month cooling-off period under the Hindu Marriage Act. Given Chahal’s upcoming cricket commitments, the High Court granted an exception, allowing for an immediate decree.
💰 Alimony Settlement Details
A key factor in the divorce was the financial settlement. Chahal was required to pay Rs 4.75 crore as alimony to Verma. Initially, the family court had refused to waive the waiting period due to partial compliance, as Chahal had only paid Rs 2.37 crore. However, the High Court ruled that the second installment could be settled after the divorce decree.
💬 Legal & Personal Impact
While the divorce marks the end of their relationship, both Chahal and Verma have maintained a dignified stance, choosing to part ways amicably. With Chahal focusing on his IPL 2025 campaign and Verma continuing her career, both are set to move forward in their respective lives.
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