Shikhar Dhawan Gets Engaged To Girlfriend Sophie Shine, Flaunts Engagement Ring

Former Indian cricketer, Shikhar Dhawan and his Irish girlfriend, Sophie Shine, are now engaged. Reports have been doing the rounds that former Indian cricketer will be marrying Sophie in the third week of February, 2026. The wedding is set to happen in Delhi, and there will be a grand ceremony. Now, a while back, Shikhar in a joint post announced of his engagement with Sophie.

Shikhar Dhawan confirms engagement with Irish girlfriend, Sophie Shine, couple shows off engagement rings

It was on May 1, 2025, when Shikhar Dhawan confirmed his relationship with Sophie Shine. Now, on January 12, 2026, Shikhar took to his Instagram handle to make the sweetest announcement related to his engagement. The former Indian cricketer shared a snap where his girlfriend, Sophie's hand over his. The couple was seen showcasing their engagement ring, and the background was all things romantic. An array of roses was designed in a heart shape with candles beside and "The beginning of forever" written. Shikhar in a joint announcement post, revealed of being engaged and penned:

"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."

Shikhar Dhawan's fans wish him and Sophie Shine congratulations

A fan of the former Indian cricketer penned, "Congratulations to Shikhar Dhawan on this new chapter of life. Wishing him happiness, peace, and the very best ahead. Life beyond cricket matters just as much." His fans addressed, Sophie as, ''bhabhiji" in the comments section and wrote, "Congratulations Gabbar." A fan even commented, "Wish you all the luck. You deserve the best. May God bless you with togetherness, health, peace, happiness and kids." For the unversed, Sophie Shine has explored the field of sports philanthropy and is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Shikhar Dhawan's Da One Sports. Shikhar Dhawan's partner, Sophie, is also the head of the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation and is also known for playing an important role in seeing that the charity organisation carries out all the philanthropic activities well.

Who is Shikhar Dhawan's would-be wife, Sophie Shine?

For the unversed, Shikhar Dhawan had a tough past with his ex-wife, Aesha Mukerji. However, he is now ready to begin a new chapter of his life with his fiancee, Sophie Shine. The couple reportedly plans to hold a grand wedding celebration in front of their family and friends. Speaking of Shikhar's fiancee, Sophie she is an Irish lady who was born in 1990. She worked very hard to make her mark in the corporate industry. Her background is completely different from Shikhar's, who was a cricketer.

Sophie studied in Ireland and then attended Castleroy College, where she completed her higher studies at the renowned Limerick Institute of Technology. She was a marketing and a management student. Sophie began her career as a product consultant at a multinational company. Sophie joined Northern Trust Corporation and served as vice president until March 2025.

How did Shikhar Dhawan meet Sophie Shine?

Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine's relationship first came to light when she was seen at the Punjab Kings IPL matches in 2024. They met at a restaurant in Dubai, which is how their connection began. Sophie was also seen cheering for Team India at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Their relationship over time became very strong.

Team BollywoodShaadis congratulates Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine for their engagement.

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