Who is Shikhar Dhawan’s ex-wife? Know all about Ayesha Mukherjee
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Shikhar Dhawan and Ayesha Mukherjee
Star Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has been a force to reckon in white-ball cricket over the years. Dhawan’s swashbuckling style has helped him establish himself as one of the best in the business going around. With over 10,000 international runs to his name, the southpaw is undoubtedly one of the best cricketers India has produced.
Following an illustrious career for the men in blue which spanned over a decade, Dhawan finally got the chance to lead the Indian team. The devastating opener served as the Indian skipper during India’s limited over tour of Sri Lanka. Dhawan put up an impressive show in his first series as captain before losing a COVID-19 struck T20 series.
Furthermore, he has been in blistering form in the Indian Premier League for the Delhi Capitals. Shikhar Dhawan smashed 380 runs with an average in excess of 50 in the first half of IPL 2021. The southpaw will hold the key of DC are to lift their maiden IPL title this season.
Dhawan is a cheerful character on and off the field and could be seen enjoying quality time with his family during his time away from the game. In a shocking development, the Indian opener ended his marriage with his wife Ayesha Mukherjee on Monday.
Who is Shikhar Dhawan’s ex-wife Ayesha Mukherjee?
Hailing from Australia, Ayesha Mukherjee is a former kickboxer based out of Melbourne. Ayesha is a successful kickboxer and has featured on both national and international levels. She is an Anglo-Indian, born to an Indian father and mother of British descent. Originally from West Bengal, Ayesha moved to Australia when she was 8-years-old.
The 46-year-old was earlier married to an Australian businessman before marrying Shikhar Dhawan. The couple had welcomed their first child in 2000 and named her Aliyah. They welcomed their second daughter, Rhea in 2005. Following 9 years of marriage, Ayesha decided to part ways with the Indian cricketer.
How Shikhar Dhawan and Ayesha Mukherjee met?
It was the power of the internet that brought Shikhar Dhawan and Ayesha Mukherjee together. Dhawan was scrolling through his Facebook feed when he stumbled upon Aesha’s pictures. It later turned out that Harbhajan Singh was a mutual friend between the pair on the social networking site.
Dhawan and Aesha had tied the knot in 2012 after being engaged for three years. The couple was blessed with a baby boy Zoravar in 2014. Often hailed as one of the most adorable couples in the cricketing fraternity, Dhawan and Ayesha appeared to be a match made in heaven right from the very start before they separated earlier this week.
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