Shikhar Dhawan with his wife spotted at the airport, marking one of their first major public appearances as a married couple. The star cricketer, affectionately known as “Gabbar,” was seen arriving at the Mumbai airport with his wife, Sophie Shine, a corporate executive from Ireland. The duo looked effortlessly chic in coordinated casual outfits, with Shikhar opting for his signature cool demeanor and Sophie turning heads in a sophisticated yet relaxed ensemble. Their joyful interaction with the paparazzi has quickly gone viral, signaling a happy new chapter for the veteran opener.
Currently, Shikhar is embracing a fresh phase of life both personally and professionally after marrying Sophie in a private ceremony on February 21, 2026. The couple, who initially met in Dubai and made their relationship official in 2025, held an intimate wedding in the Delhi-NCR region attended by close friends and family. Professionally, although he retired from international cricket in 2024, Shikhar remains a force in the legends’ circuits. He recently captained the Dubai Royals in the 2026 World Legends Pro T20 League, where he delivered vintage performances, including a standout 99 against the Maharashtra Tycoons.
In terms of his previous and latest projects, Shikhar has stayed busy with several high-profile ventures beyond the pitch. He has been a leading figure in the World Championship of Legends, representing India Champions in mid-2025. Off the field, he is deeply involved in the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, an initiative now supported by Sophie in a leadership role. This follows a highly decorated career where he became one of the fastest players to reach 100 wickets for his IPL franchise and solidified his legacy as one of India’s most successful white-ball openers with over 10,000 international runs.