By Monisha G Kumar Last Updated:
We have always dreamt of spending our life with someone, who not only loves us but would also handle our worst mood swings. Some find their perfect match and lucky are the ones, who get an understanding friend in their partner. Dealing with all the ups and downs of a relationship while holding hands make for a happily-ever-after. One must celebrate love everyday but there are certain special days meant only for you and your soulmate. Irfan Pathan and his wife, Safa Baig are celebrating one such special day today. (Also Read: Rakhi Sawant's Statement On Abhinav Shukla Makes Wife, Rubina Dilaik Throw A Bucket Of Water At Her)
The handsome cricketer, Irfan Pathan had said Qubool Hai to the Jeddah-based model, Safa Baig on February 3, 2016. More than a month later, Irfan and Safa had hosted a wedding reception for their friends from the cricket fraternity. On December 20, 2016, Irfan and Safa had welcomed a baby boy, whom they have named, Imran Pathan. Since then, Irfan has been treating his fans with adorable pictures of his son, who never fails to surprise us with his cute gimmicks. Irfan is a loving husband and a doting father.
Today, Irfan Pathan and Safa Baig completed five years of marital bliss. A few minutes back, Irfan Pathan took to his IG handle and shared an adorable picture with Safa. In the picture, the husband-wife duo twinned in white while happily posing for the camera. Along with the picture, Irfan wrote a heartmelting wish for her which can be read as “Happy wedding anniversary my darling. I still remember the moment i met you for the first time, that feeling hasn’t changed a bit #loveyou #anniversary #safairfan.”
Last year on their fourth wedding anniversary, Irfan had treated his fans with a beautiful picture from one of their wedding festivities. While Irfan had looked suave in a black suit with pink tie, Safa’s gracefulness had won our hearts. Safa had looked beautiful in a red-coloured lehenga with golden embroidery on it and she had accentuated it with yellow bangles. Irfan had captioned it as “Time flies they say but the Only thing flying is me, HIGH IN LOVE! Happy anniversary wifey #love #anniversary #4years.” (Also Read: Twinkle Khanna And Nitara's Morning Ritual Doing What They Love The Most In Favourite Corner Of Home)
In an interview with The Times of India, post his wedding with Safa Baig, Irfan Pathan had thanked everyone for the wishes and had expressed, "Miya-biwi ka rishta bahut hi khoobsurat hota hai and it feels fantastic to start this new innings of my life. Uparwale ka bada ehsaan hai and I, Safa and all our family members are very happy today. I am also thankful that my friends, cricketers with whom I have played, seniors and well-wishers from outside the cricket fraternity and even abroad have come to my hometown to bless us on this day. I couldn't have asked for more and with all their blessings, I am sure that we will have a great journey ahead."
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On February 28, 2020, Safa had celebrated her 26th birthday and to make her day special, her husband, Irfan had shared a cute note. He had taken to his Instagram handle and had posted adorable pictures with his wife and son from their Russain vacation. Along with it, he had written, "You are special to me not only on your birthday but every day my darling. Wishing you a very happy birthday #safa #wifey #birthday #love #28thfeb."
In January 2020, Irfan had announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. However, his name is always going to be remembered amongst the best cricketers in the first decade of the 21st century. Following his retirement, his wife, Safa, who manages their son, Imran Pathan's Instagram handle had posted a cute note that could be read as "You are a STAR! You’ve been a source of inspiration to millions and continue to spread your ray of sunshine everywhere you go! Your triumph is etched in our hearts! To new beginnings, many more chapters & feathers to add in your cap! Thank You daddy, for being YOU #2020 #irfanpathan." To this, Irfan had instantly replied, "Thank you for being in my life." (Also Read: Ranveer Singh Teases His 'Jiju', Nick Jonas On His Workout Video, Leaves Netizens Laughing Out Loud)
Happiest wedding anniversary, Irfan and Safa!