Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has announced his engagement to girlfriend Sophie Shine. The cricketer shared the news through an Instagram post on Monday, January 12. Fans quickly reacted with excitement.
The left hander posted pictures along with a short message confirming the milestone in his personal life. Dhawan wrote that the journey from shared smiles to shared dreams had begun. The post received warm wishes from fans and friends.
Dhawan and Sophie have been together for some time. They made their relationship public on May 1 last year. Sophie had then shared a picture with Dhawan and captioned it “My love,” ending speculation around his relationship.
The couple has frequently been spotted together in public. Sophie was seen during a Champions Trophy match in Dubai. She was also present at a media event with Dhawan where he hinted at finding happiness again.
Sophie was a regular presence supporting Punjab Kings during Dhawan’s IPL stint. Her appearances alongside him strengthened public interest in their relationship. Fans often noticed her support from the stands.
Sharing the engagement news, Dhawan wrote on Instagram, “From shared smiles to shared dreams. Thankful for all the love and good wishes as we move forward together.” The message reflected a positive turn in his life.
Sophie Shine is an Irish professional working in the finance sector. According to her LinkedIn profile, she is a Product Consultant. She currently serves as Second Vice President at Northern Trust Corporation.
Sophie is based in the UAE, where she reportedly met Dhawan. She studied Marketing and Management at Limerick Institute of Technology. She completed her schooling at Castletroy College in Ireland.
She often appears in Dhawan’s Instagram videos and shares a friendly bond with him online. Reports suggest that the couple is likely to get married in February. However, no official date has been announced yet.
Earlier this year, Dhawan spoke about the difficult phase following his divorce from Aesha Mukherjee. He revealed that he has been unable to stay in touch with his son Zoravar for a long time.
Dhawan and Aesha officially separated in October 2023, ending their 11 year marriage. The couple had married in 2011. The separation marked a challenging period in Dhawan’s life.
During the divorce proceedings, a Delhi court noted that Dhawan had faced mental stress. The court observed that he had been kept away from his child for several years. He was granted visitation rights and limited video call access.
Dhawan later stated that even those limited interactions were stopped. His remarks highlighted the emotional strain he endured. Fans have since expressed support for the cricketer.
From shared smiles to shared dreams. Grateful for the love, the blessings and every good wish for our engagement as we choose togetherness forever. ❤️
-Shikhar & Sophie pic.twitter.com/FMGA8aZqih
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) January 12, 2026
