Several cricketers have married older women, showing that age is secondary to connection. Sachin Tendulkar’s wife, Anjali, is six years older, while Shikhar Dhawan married Ayesha Mukherjee, who is ten years his senior. Murali Vijay, Shoaib Malik, and Mitchell Starc also married women older than themselves, with each relationship highlighting the support and companionship they share.
Sachin Tendulkar married Anjali
Sachin Tendulkar married Anjali in 1995, a love story that began when Sachin was still a young cricketer. Anjali, a pediatrician, is six years older than him and has been a steadfast support in his life and career. The couple met at an airport, and Anjali has remained a grounding force, allowing Sachin to focus on cricket and pursue greatness.
Shikhar Dhawan married Ayesha Mukherjee
Shikhar Dhawan, the Indian cricketer, married Ayesha Mukherjee in 2012. Ayesha, a British-Bengali amateur boxer, is ten years older than Dhawan and had two daughters from a previous marriage. They initially connected through social media and shared a supportive relationship for several years. However, the couple later separated in 2021, ending nearly a decade-long marriage.
Murali Vijay married Nikita Vanjara
Murali Vijay, the Indian cricketer, married Nikita Vanjara in 2012. Nikita, who was previously married to fellow cricketer Dinesh Karthik, is slightly older than Vijay. Their relationship initially attracted significant media attention, especially given the connections within the cricket community. Despite public interest in their personal lives, the couple has maintained a private and supportive family life together.
Shoaib Malik married Sania Mirza
Shoaib Malik, the Pakistani cricketer, married Indian tennis star Sania Mirza in 2010, capturing headlines as a high-profile cross-border sports couple. Sania, about a year and a half older, and Malik became one of South Asia’s most celebrated pairs, symbolizing unity between two neighboring countries with a complex relationship. Their marriage has since garnered significant media interest across both nations.
Mitchell Starc married Alyssa Healy
Mitchell Starc, the Australian fast bowler, is married to Alyssa Healy, a fellow Australian cricketer and wicketkeeper-batswoman. Healy is about a year older than Starc, and the two met in their teenage years while playing cricket. Their relationship blossomed through their shared passion for the sport, leading them to marry in 2016. The couple supports each other’s careers, with both excelling internationally.