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[PICTURES/VIDEOS] Shoaib Malik marries Pakistan actress Sana Javed

Major said:
bro he was married to her. Andrew Tate is a toxic scum
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There’s plenty of fish in the ocean, although not many like Sanam Javed, she’s basically a rare peppermint angelfish.

He’ll just have to settle with some tuna.
 
I don't want to comment on choices made by Sana and Shoaib Malik.

But, I personally think it is risky to marry a woman who was okay with cheating while being married. Where is the guarantee she will not do it again?
 
So, we are comparing women to fish now?

And Sana is an upgrade over Sania?

And Shoaib is living every man's dream because his ex wife is a millionaire and he's found another?

Some of the comments here are very interesting but not surprising at all.
 
Nikhil_cric said:
So, we are comparing women to fish now?

And Sana is an upgrade over Sania?

And Shoaib is living every man's dream because his ex wife is a millionaire and he's found another?

Some of the comments here are very interesting but not surprising at all.
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Having a millionaire ex wife ain’t bad though is it? You ignored the other stuff so I’m assuming you agree with those?😉

100% if you’re talking about looks there’s no comparison really, one is a model/actress the other is an athlete.

It’s like asking whether Maya Jama is an upgrade to Rebecca Adlington
 
YousafTheBeast said:
Having a millionaire ex wife ain’t bad though is it? You ignored the other stuff so I’m assuming you agree with those?😉

100% if you’re talking about looks there’s no comparison really, one is a model/actress the other is an athlete.

It’s like asking whether Maya Jama is an upgrade to Rebecca Adlington
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So these are things that a man and ,especially a Muslim man, should and does want in his life?

Is that what you are saying ?

And that's why you(and others) are proud of Shoaib Malik?
 
Veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik, left the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) on Wednesday to play in Dubai.

Malik had left for Dubai after playing yesterday’s match in the BPL. According to the Fortune Barishals, Malik had reached Dubai for personal reasons.

According to the Barishals, Malik will be available for the match against the Chattogram Challengers on January 27.

On the other side, according to sources privy to the development, the newlywed cricketer had asked the Barishals to find his alternative.

Meanwhile, the Barishals were having the replacement of Malik, who can bat in the same batting position as he does.

If the Barishals will need Malik, then the latter may show his availability for the team. Otherwise, he will take part in the Sindh Premier League (SPL).

Source : Samaa News
 
Major said:
I feel bad for Umair Jaswal. Sana Javed turned out to be a real jerk
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She's spread rumor's that he had an out of control drinking and drugs problem which is why she walked out on him
 
Nikhil_cric said:
So these are things that a man and ,especially a Muslim man, should and does want in his life?

Is that what you are saying ?

And that's why you(and others) are proud of Shoaib Malik?
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Every South Asian man’s dream is to become a cricketer. Every single poster here has dreamt of playing cricket for their national team.

Every single poster here dreams of driving a lambo, that too in Dubai.

Every single poster has dreamt of marrying a stunning bird, whether it’s an actress, model, athlete, musician etc.

He’s ticked all the boxes, he’s living your dream, just accept it man.
 
YousafTheBeast said:
Every South Asian man’s dream is to become a cricketer. Every single poster here has dreamt of playing cricket for their national team.

Every single poster here dreams of driving a lambo, that too in Dubai.

Every single poster has dreamt of marrying a stunning bird, whether it’s an actress, model, athlete, musician etc.

He’s ticked all the boxes, he’s living your dream, just accept it man.
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He's ticked all of your dreams, mate. No need to project that on to me and certainly not onto all South Asian men.
 
Shoaib Malik Had A 3-Year Affair With Sana Javed? Explosive Claim From Pakistan

Indian tennis superstar Sania Mirza has received strong support from people in Pakistan after ex-husband Shoaib Malik revealed last week that he was now married TV actor and model Sana Javed. People on social media have castigated Malik and Sana for breaking up their respective marriages, with many supporting Sania's decision to seek divorce from the Pakistani cricketer.

To add fuel to fire, a podcast on news channel Samaa TV claimed that Malik and Sana had been having an affair and intimate relations since last three years despite being married. The podcast added that Sana had been divorced merely for three months from her former husband Umair Jaswal when she tied the knot with Malik.

Whenever Malik was invited for any shows on the channel, he would appear only on the condition that Sana should also be called, the podcast added.

“They were having an affair for the last three years and were intimately involved,” a producer of the podcast said.

“Umair didn't know about this, but Sania Mirza and her family and even Malik's family came to know about it last year. Efforts were made to resolve the situation but Malik didn't listen to anyone,” the producer added.

Malik and Sania were married amidst great fanfare in 2010 at Hyderabad (India) while Sana and Jaswal tied the knot in 2020 in a private ceremony.

That Malik and Sania are now separated came to light only after the former cricketer and Sana shared a photograph from their marriage.

Source: NDTV

 
YousafTheBeast said:
Every South Asian man’s dream is to become a cricketer. Every single poster here has dreamt of playing cricket for their national team.

Every single poster here dreams of driving a lambo, that too in Dubai.

Every single poster has dreamt of marrying a stunning bird, whether it’s an actress, model, athlete, musician etc.

He’s ticked all the boxes, he’s living your dream, just accept it man.
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If that's your idea of "living the dream" then that says a lot about you.

One day we'll all have to go to the grave and the only thing we can carry with us are our deeds. If it's true that Shoaib Malik was having a affair with Sana Javed whilst he was married to Sania Mirza, he'll get what's coming to him. It's called divine justice.
 
topspin said:
If that's your idea of "living the dream" then that says a lot about you.

One day we'll all have to go to the grave and the only thing we can carry with us are our deeds. If it's true that Shoaib Malik was having a affair with Sana Javed whilst he was married to Sania Mirza, he'll get what's coming to him. It's called divine justice.
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No one’s a saint, we’ve all done some bad things, doesn’t mean he’s not living the dream life of every man.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
This can't be a dream life... it's a moment of shame that you are deceiving someone who is loyal to you.
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Couldn't agree more. Abandoning someone like that is dishonourable. That's not a dream life by any stretch of imagination unless you define success in life merely by how many girls you can get with and how much cash you can make.

I remember reading posts on here, some years ago, about how Shoaib Malik changed for the better because of Sania Mirza.

There was a reference made about his apology towards Muslims during the post-match presentation, after Pakistan had lost the 2007 WT20 final, and how he was by far the most unpopular player in his team up until 2010.

After his marriage, you could see that he became more self-aware with the way he carried himself and how he interacted not just with his team mates, but with people in general. He was a flawed individual but Sania was there for him and helped fix him up.

It's astonishing to read comments on here about how he's found an "upgrade". Shoaib Malik will one day look back on his life and regret how he treated and abandoned Sania Mirza.
 
topspin said:
Couldn't agree more. Abandoning someone like that is dishonourable. That's not a dream life by any stretch of imagination unless you define success in life merely by how many girls you can get with and how much cash you can make.

I remember reading posts on here, some years ago, about how Shoaib Malik changed for the better because of Sania Mirza.

There was a reference made about his apology towards Muslims during the post-match presentation, after Pakistan had lost the 2007 WT20 final, and how he was by far the most unpopular player in his team up until 2010.

After his marriage, you could see that he became more self-aware with the way he carried himself and how he interacted not just with his team mates, but with people in general. He was a flawed individual but Sania was there for him and helped fix him up.

It's astonishing to read comments on here about how he's found an "upgrade". Shoaib Malik will one day look back on his life and regret how he treated and abandoned Sania Mirza.
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Also remember there is a little person involved in this.

What he will read about his parents etc in the future will also shape his life.
 
A lot of credit of this marriage should get to Fahan Mustafa, Jeeto Pakistan and ARY.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
This post of Sania Mirza made me feel so sad!
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I thought they only had one child, a boy?

As for the break up, nobody knows all the details in such circumstances. Couples are always better off moving on if they are unhappy most of the time. The child will suffer for sure, which is sad but in the long run have a better life.
 
KingKhanWC said:
I thought they only had one child, a boy?

As for the break up, nobody knows all the details in such circumstances. Couples are always better off moving on if they are unhappy most of the time. The child will suffer for sure, which is sad but in the long run have a better life.
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No, they have two kids

Whatever the reasons are for the breakup but it's a really sad ending specially for kids who will suffer the most.

May God bless these inocent lives!
 
Cricket Warrior said:
No, they have two kids

Whatever the reasons are for the breakup but it's a really sad ending specially for kids who will suffer the most.

May God bless these inocent lives!
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They are young kids too, who will not understand what has happened. Its so sad too see.

Maybe best for them to both live in UAE, so both parents can take part in the kids life. If she lives in India, Malik wont be much in their lives.

On the plus side, she is a smart lady, well off etc, so the kids will still grow up with a good life.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
No, they have two kids

Whatever the reasons are for the breakup but it's a really sad ending specially for kids who will suffer the most.

May God bless these inocent lives!
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No they have 3….. Malik being the third!

Why did he not keep both of them - the wives that is….?
 
Fanti78 said:
Why did he not keep both of them
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To get divorced was their mutual decision so I guess Sania also did not want that marriage to continue. Whatever happened though, in the end, it all comes down to the children who are innocent.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
No, they have two kids

Whatever the reasons are for the breakup but it's a really sad ending specially for kids who will suffer the most.

May God bless these inocent lives!
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whats the name of the second kid?

i though they only had one
 
Although I am a Pakistani, I am on Sania's side on this one. If staying in marriage with Sania was difficult for him, he agreed to her demands before the marriage. (like living in UAE etc). Sania hasn't made any statement since divorce either, she might be hurting right but it's commendable.
Shoaib on the other hand, has always come across as a sleaze. He had a marriage/fake marriage scandal back in 2005 as well. Anyone who watched Shoaib's interviews before 2007 would know he was sort of an arrogant idiot. The coverage and media training he got after getting Pakistani captaincy and after marrying Sania specifically groomed him on how to present himself in front of the cameras. Even with all that, we can still see him making obnoxious jokes on The Pavilion at times.
 
People are revealed by their actions; their words don’t count as much.

Shoaib’s actions are a clear indicator of who he is.

I will not sit in judgment on him, but I have a right to my personal choices also- and as an execute of those choices I sure as heck won’t be buying a used car from this man anytime soon, if ever.
 
Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik and his newly wedded wife and actor, Sana Javed, made their first-ever public appearance together as a couple as they arrived in Multan for the Pakistan Super League's (PSL) ninth edition which begins today.

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BunnyRabbit said:
Although I am a Pakistani, I am on Sania's side on this one. If staying in marriage with Sania was difficult for him, he agreed to her demands before the marriage. (like living in UAE etc). Sania hasn't made any statement since divorce either, she might be hurting right but it's commendable.
Shoaib on the other hand, has always come across as a sleaze. He had a marriage/fake marriage scandal back in 2005 as well. Anyone who watched Shoaib's interviews before 2007 would know he was sort of an arrogant idiot. The coverage and media training he got after getting Pakistani captaincy and after marrying Sania specifically groomed him on how to present himself in front of the cameras. Even with all that, we can still see him making obnoxious jokes on The Pavilion at times.
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Sania is a classy woman. May Allah (SWT) bless her.

I am also with Sania. Strong lady.
 
Sania Mirza is a model woman. The way she handled herself throughout the divorce and after the divorce was superb. Her recent Instagram posts were all about being strong and her kids. No emotional or dramatic nonsense.

She oozes class and is a refreshing change (not like those Instagram bimbos).
 
When you are surrounded by actresses and models than your married life will suffer. I know from personal experience but thankfully I'm not married yet.
 
When two couple decide to get married then they should devote as much time together. If both are busy in their professional lives then there is a strong possibility that they would get attracted to other people.
Shoaib was touring and playing all over the world, Sania was doing the same. This is where both made a mistake. A man can easily get tempted than a woman. Sania did handle things well compared to her husband.
 
greatest said:
When two couple decide to get married then they should devote as much time together. If both are busy in their professional lives then there is a strong possibility that they would get attracted to other people.
Shoaib was touring and playing all over the world, Sania was doing the same. This is where both made a mistake. A man can easily get tempted than a woman. Sania did handle things well compared to her husband.
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There were many cricketers who toured and played all over the world. They didn't end up cheating. Some examples would be Hashim Amla, Adil Rashid, Moeen Ali, David Warner etc.

I think it has more to do with upbringing and personality than temptation.
 
sweep_shot said:
There were many cricketers who toured and played all over the world. They didn't end up cheating. Some examples would be Hashim Amla, Adil Rashid, Moeen Ali, David Warner etc.

I think it has more to do with upbringing and personality than temptation.
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Agree. But sub-continent players have a larger fan base, even average cricketers are treated as stars.
 
Think people need to move on now, Sania made the choice to divorce Shoaib, she’s happy now.

Shoaib made the choice of upgrading and he’s happy now.
 
BunnyRabbit said:
Even then, being considered as stars doesn't give them right to cheat on their spouses.
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Absolutely!
Anyways , I think Shoaib was friendly with lots of people in the showbiz. That's where he lost his way. The temptation never leaves you when you enter the world of glamour.
Personally, I too can't resist being friends with a model. It would take me much courage and effort to leave her.
 
Nikhil_cric said:
So these are things that a man and ,especially a Muslim man, should and does want in his life?

Is that what you are saying ?

And that's why you(and others) are proud of Shoaib Malik?
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What, how and where the spirituality of a person has anything to do with this? What an utterly ridiculous question to be asking.

He is a pro sportsman/celebrity. That’s why we know him. Let’s not get into matter of faith which are personal
 
greatest said:
Absolutely!
Anyways , I think Shoaib was friendly with lots of people in the showbiz. That's where he lost his way. The temptation never leaves you when you enter the world of glamour.
Personally, I too can't resist being friends with a model. It would take me much courage and effort to leave her.
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Nah I think he's been a sleaze throughout. It's just that the media training taught him well how to behave in front of cameras.
 
Surprised to see everyone going after Malik without actually knowing what exactly led to their separation. Men are always blamed in such situation but mostly the culprit turns out to be the women
 
The reason behind his good performance yesterday?:LOL:
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Sana Javed, a prominent Pakistani actress, made a special appearance at Multan Cricket Stadium to show her support for her husband, renowned all-rounder Shoaib Malik, during a PSL match.

Shoaib Malik, representing Karachi Kings in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 9, showcased an impressive performance during the match against Multan Sultans.

With the presence of his wife Sana Javed, Shoaib Malik exhibited his cricketing prowess by scoring 53 runs off just 35 balls, including two sixes and five fours.

The couple's public appearance at the stadium marked a significant moment since their marriage, capturing the attention of fans and spectators alike.

The couple's public appearance generated significant buzz, as it marked their first since their recent wedding, which itself became viral news. A video of them leaving the Multan Airport together had circulated widely on social media.

Shoaib Malik, previously married to Indian tennis star Sania Mirza in 2010, tied the knot with Sana Javed in their second marriage. Similarly, Sana Javed was previously married to singer Amir Jeswal in 2020. The couple shares a son, born in 2018, adding to the joy and blessings within their family circle.

Source: Samaa News
 
The reason behind his good performance yesterday?:LOL:
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Sana Javed, a prominent Pakistani actress, made a special appearance at Multan Cricket Stadium to show her support for her husband, renowned all-rounder Shoaib Malik, during a PSL match.

Shoaib Malik, representing Karachi Kings in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 9, showcased an impressive performance during the match against Multan Sultans.

With the presence of his wife Sana Javed, Shoaib Malik exhibited his cricketing prowess by scoring 53 runs off just 35 balls, including two sixes and five fours.

The couple's public appearance at the stadium marked a significant moment since their marriage, capturing the attention of fans and spectators alike.

The couple's public appearance generated significant buzz, as it marked their first since their recent wedding, which itself became viral news. A video of them leaving the Multan Airport together had circulated widely on social media.

Shoaib Malik, previously married to Indian tennis star Sania Mirza in 2010, tied the knot with Sana Javed in their second marriage. Similarly, Sana Javed was previously married to singer Amir Jeswal in 2020. The couple shares a son, born in 2018, adding to the joy and blessings within their family circle.

Source: Samaa News
 
With so many of our beloved cricketers tying the knot recently, the chatter on the streets for all cricket fans after their favourite players get married has been a wide concern for their on-field performance. From Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf to Shaheen Afridi and Imam-ul Haq, critics and fans alike have noticed that their performances are not as they used to be.

However, former chairperson of the Pakistan Cricket Board Ramiz Raja believes the fault lies in the stars. “I have never once taken my wife on a cricket tour,” the former cricketer contended. It’s easy to claim that there’s a myth surrounding Pakistani cricketers: if a player’s performance drops, their marriage is the problem.

However, Ramiz begs to differ. In a recent interview with Suno Digital, the former cricketer discussed the prevalent phenomenon, saying that the poor wives are not to blame but rather the players’ decisions should be scrutinised.

He emphasised that cricketers usually take their families with them to travel during tournaments. With their mentally and physically taxing careers, the players must also take care of their families, which diverts their focus and affects their performances.

Talking about how he personally navigated his married life amid a career in cricket, Ramiz stated that accompanying his wife on such important events would have detracted his focus. “Even she (my wife) would have suffered. You see, now I do commentary so there’s no pressure but still you have to wake up early, spend all day out. Then you return in the evening, there’s no telling if you would be caught in some mood swing,” he explained.

“There’s a lot of pressure when you’re playing cricket…you drop two catches, lose a match then return home to change your child’s nappy, then put him in a pram for a visit to McDonald's, your wife will want to buy a sweater on the way. Now tell me, how is your mood going to stay okay?” Ramiz posed.

The former cricketer suggested that instead of bringing their families during tournaments, players should extend their stay and spend time with their families afterward. “Spend a week after your tour then you may vacation and spend lovey-dovey time as much as you want,” he offered.

Instead of simply pinning the blame onto a woman, it is important to realize that the players willingly bring their families along to be with them in tournaments. Their performance slumps, if due to distraction, are not because of their families but rather their own decisions.

The argument brought forth by Ramiz provides a basis to debunk the marriage-performance myth surrounding the players and instead, look at external factors that constantly affect a player’s performance. The idea of always blaming a cricketer’s performance on their marriage or wives represents extremely outdated stereotypes.

Express Tribune
 
MenInG said:
With so many of our beloved cricketers tying the knot recently, the chatter on the streets for all cricket fans after their favourite players get married has been a wide concern for their on-field performance. From Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf to Shaheen Afridi and Imam-ul Haq, critics and fans alike have noticed that their performances are not as they used to be.

However, former chairperson of the Pakistan Cricket Board Ramiz Raja believes the fault lies in the stars. “I have never once taken my wife on a cricket tour,” the former cricketer contended. It’s easy to claim that there’s a myth surrounding Pakistani cricketers: if a player’s performance drops, their marriage is the problem.

However, Ramiz begs to differ. In a recent interview with Suno Digital, the former cricketer discussed the prevalent phenomenon, saying that the poor wives are not to blame but rather the players’ decisions should be scrutinised.

He emphasised that cricketers usually take their families with them to travel during tournaments. With their mentally and physically taxing careers, the players must also take care of their families, which diverts their focus and affects their performances.

Talking about how he personally navigated his married life amid a career in cricket, Ramiz stated that accompanying his wife on such important events would have detracted his focus. “Even she (my wife) would have suffered. You see, now I do commentary so there’s no pressure but still you have to wake up early, spend all day out. Then you return in the evening, there’s no telling if you would be caught in some mood swing,” he explained.

“There’s a lot of pressure when you’re playing cricket…you drop two catches, lose a match then return home to change your child’s nappy, then put him in a pram for a visit to McDonald's, your wife will want to buy a sweater on the way. Now tell me, how is your mood going to stay okay?” Ramiz posed.

The former cricketer suggested that instead of bringing their families during tournaments, players should extend their stay and spend time with their families afterward. “Spend a week after your tour then you may vacation and spend lovey-dovey time as much as you want,” he offered.

Instead of simply pinning the blame onto a woman, it is important to realize that the players willingly bring their families along to be with them in tournaments. Their performance slumps, if due to distraction, are not because of their families but rather their own decisions.

The argument brought forth by Ramiz provides a basis to debunk the marriage-performance myth surrounding the players and instead, look at external factors that constantly affect a player’s performance. The idea of always blaming a cricketer’s performance on their marriage or wives represents extremely outdated stereotypes.

Express Tribune
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Ramiz needs to realize people are not going to put their lives on hold after marriage. After marriage your wife and kids become a priority. Even if the wives, kids don't accompany the players on tour, in this age of Whatsapp, Zoom they will still demand your attention on the phone and also the husband's want to stay in touch and connect with their spouses. There are many examples of married players with kids who still maintained their quality after marriage.

Dravid i believe used to put his wife, kid in a seperate room so that he could sleep peacefully at night and also properly plan his batting for the next day.

Not everyone can do an Imran Khan i.e. stay unmarried for the duration of your entire cricketing career.
 
Savak said:
Dravid i believe used to put his wife, kid in a seperate room so that he could sleep peacefully at night and also properly plan his batting for the next day.
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It's all about dedication towards the game but here most of our cricketers bring their families with them on tours just to reduce their travel expenses.
 
Sania Mirza has shown a lot of class throughout this episode. She has shown great dignity even wishing her cheating husband well despite his disloyalty. Truthfully, she was always too good for the near illiterate Shoaib. I hope Sania too marries again after her emotional wounds have been healed to a much classier and better educated man. I don't expect the Shoaib-Sana whoever she is marriage to last. If Shoaib couldn't be loyal to Sania then he won't be to his second wife either.
 
PakLFC said:
Sania Mirza has shown a lot of class throughout this episode. She has shown great dignity even wishing her cheating husband well despite his disloyalty. Truthfully, she was always too good for the near illiterate Shoaib. I hope Sania too marries again after her emotional wounds have been healed to a much classier and better educated man. I don't expect the Shoaib-Sana whoever she is marriage to last. If Shoaib couldn't be loyal to Sania then he won't be to his second wife either.
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Are shoiab and Sania not still married - I’m getting confused now?
 
Simple fact is Sania and Shoaib are not married anymore. Marrying someone is not wrong and if the things do not work out, the last resort (the very last thing) that you can do is to get separated which shoaib and sania did.
 
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza sat down for an exclusive interview with Rupha Ramani on Firstpost, delving into the highs and lows of her remarkable journey. The conversation provided a candid insight into Mirza's experiences, from grappling with anxiety and fame early in her career to embracing motherhood and navigating life post-retirement.

Reflecting on her transition from the tennis court to retirement, Mirza shared, "I think I'll lose my mind if I'm not busy, to be very honest. That's how my life has been and, actually, one of the thoughts I had when I was retiring was like 'oh my god' and so many people would ask me, what are you gonna do now, and I had no plan and I was like 'I actually don't know.'”

She added, “For me, being busy is what I've really known and I've not always loved it but right now, I do like it. I feel like it's always important to look for new things when one chapter ends. It's always nice to find new things to do.”

Living her dream

Despite initially contemplating a slower pace of life, Mirza found herself immersed in various endeavours, from engagements with the Women’s Premier League (WPL) to covering the French Open at Roland Garros. Discussing her illustrious tennis career, she expressed gratitude for living her dream. “There's a very few handful of people in this world who get to live their dream. And I feel very fortunate that I was able to do that and achieve more than what I had probably imagined.”

While she appreciates the perks and what came along with it, Mirza maintained that love for what you do is what fundamentally guides your life. She said, “Nobody wakes up in the morning and says, I'm going to start this career. I want to do it so I can make a lot of money. That cannot be the sole goal for anybody.”

Mirza also shed light on the challenges of navigating fame and scrutiny in the public eye. “It's been very hard,” she began to divulge the many pitfalls of growing up in the limelight. “Playing and succeeding or failing or whatever it is at what you do on a personal level is hard enough. When you put a public platform in it, you put media scrutiny in it…there's so many things that go along with it.”

Growing up in limelight

Reflecting on the surge of social media’s presence, she recounted how fame was always a mixed bag. She stated, “I became Sania Mirza when I was 16, you know, and I'm 37 today. So I've lived more years as a known person to the world.” Acknowledging the pressures of being a role model, Mirza highlighted the importance of embracing imperfection and authenticity.

“It was never easy being a teenager, you know, it was never easy because you always had to, you know, as authentic as you try and be, there are certain things that you do have to like camouflage and you do have to mask in a public eye because at the end of the day, you know you are a role model for so many people and you're so aware of that fact,” the tennis icon elaborated on the demands of growing up in the public eye.

As per the athlete, being a role model is a double-edged sword: while the constant sense of responsibility never evades her, many also expect her to be flawless. “I think that’s why people maybe sometimes forget that we're also human, that we have a human side to us,” she pondered. “We make our own mistakes. We have our own emotions…I like the fact that I was imperfect. I like the fact that I was able to show the human side of myself as much as possible.”

A universal problem

Addressing gender disparities in sports and society, Mirza emphasised that scrutiny of women is a universal issue, transcending geographical boundaries. “Unless and until we change our thought process of how we view a female as a world, I'm saying, and this has nothing to do with, maybe more pronounced in some countries than the other, but that underlying patriarchy is always there,” she maintained.

“That underlying sort of, yeah, he's a boy and he'll get away with it. Or he's a boy and it's okay. Yeah, it's okay. And that happens in any field. If I ask you the same question, I'm sure you'll tell me the same thing. So that is a universal problem. It's not really an India-based problem,” Mirza set the record straight.

On the other hand, she insisted that women are generally subjected to a lot more scrutiny than their counterparts. Unpacking the obsession with looks as one pivotal instance of patriarchy, Mirza stated, “I think when women walk into a room, the first thing that we are judged on is the way that we look.”

Battling anxiety

In a deeply personal revelation, she went on to share her struggles with maintaining authenticity amidst the pressures of public scrutiny. “Because I became a public figure at such a young age, I almost put a wall in front of me every time that I faced the public,” Mirza admitted, reflecting on the challenges of being constantly judged and questioned.

Despite these hurdles, she underlined her efforts to remain true to herself, acknowledging the complexity of navigating the public eye while staying authentic. “I'm not going to lie sitting here on camera and say that every single thing that I have shown to the world is who really I am,” she remarked, highlighting the occasional disparity between her public persona and private struggles.

She furthered on, “I can post a picture on Instagram and look absolutely fine and great, but I may have had a meltdown before that. But that is not something that I would love to show to the world. In my head, I'm thinking, you know, do I really want to show that vulnerable side to myself?”

Unbeknown to many, her private battle with anxiety continues to remain an important facet of her personal life. “A lot of people don't know this about me, but I have anxiety about meeting new people…Till date, if I walk into a room where my name is going to be announced and I know that everybody is going to turn around and look at me, it gives me anxiety,” she confessed. This anxiety, rooted in her discomfort with being the center of attention, has persisted since her school days, where she hesitated to draw attention to herself.

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Sania Mirza talks battling anxiety | The Express Tribune

Former Indian tennis player called out the ‘underlying patriarchy’ across the world
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FearlessRoar said:
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza sat down for an exclusive interview with Rupha Ramani on Firstpost, delving into the highs and lows of her remarkable journey. The conversation provided a candid insight into Mirza's experiences, from grappling with anxiety and fame early in her career to embracing motherhood and navigating life post-retirement.

Reflecting on her transition from the tennis court to retirement, Mirza shared, "I think I'll lose my mind if I'm not busy, to be very honest. That's how my life has been and, actually, one of the thoughts I had when I was retiring was like 'oh my god' and so many people would ask me, what are you gonna do now, and I had no plan and I was like 'I actually don't know.'”

She added, “For me, being busy is what I've really known and I've not always loved it but right now, I do like it. I feel like it's always important to look for new things when one chapter ends. It's always nice to find new things to do.”

Living her dream

Despite initially contemplating a slower pace of life, Mirza found herself immersed in various endeavours, from engagements with the Women’s Premier League (WPL) to covering the French Open at Roland Garros. Discussing her illustrious tennis career, she expressed gratitude for living her dream. “There's a very few handful of people in this world who get to live their dream. And I feel very fortunate that I was able to do that and achieve more than what I had probably imagined.”

While she appreciates the perks and what came along with it, Mirza maintained that love for what you do is what fundamentally guides your life. She said, “Nobody wakes up in the morning and says, I'm going to start this career. I want to do it so I can make a lot of money. That cannot be the sole goal for anybody.”

Mirza also shed light on the challenges of navigating fame and scrutiny in the public eye. “It's been very hard,” she began to divulge the many pitfalls of growing up in the limelight. “Playing and succeeding or failing or whatever it is at what you do on a personal level is hard enough. When you put a public platform in it, you put media scrutiny in it…there's so many things that go along with it.”

Growing up in limelight

Reflecting on the surge of social media’s presence, she recounted how fame was always a mixed bag. She stated, “I became Sania Mirza when I was 16, you know, and I'm 37 today. So I've lived more years as a known person to the world.” Acknowledging the pressures of being a role model, Mirza highlighted the importance of embracing imperfection and authenticity.

“It was never easy being a teenager, you know, it was never easy because you always had to, you know, as authentic as you try and be, there are certain things that you do have to like camouflage and you do have to mask in a public eye because at the end of the day, you know you are a role model for so many people and you're so aware of that fact,” the tennis icon elaborated on the demands of growing up in the public eye.

As per the athlete, being a role model is a double-edged sword: while the constant sense of responsibility never evades her, many also expect her to be flawless. “I think that’s why people maybe sometimes forget that we're also human, that we have a human side to us,” she pondered. “We make our own mistakes. We have our own emotions…I like the fact that I was imperfect. I like the fact that I was able to show the human side of myself as much as possible.”

A universal problem

Addressing gender disparities in sports and society, Mirza emphasised that scrutiny of women is a universal issue, transcending geographical boundaries. “Unless and until we change our thought process of how we view a female as a world, I'm saying, and this has nothing to do with, maybe more pronounced in some countries than the other, but that underlying patriarchy is always there,” she maintained.

“That underlying sort of, yeah, he's a boy and he'll get away with it. Or he's a boy and it's okay. Yeah, it's okay. And that happens in any field. If I ask you the same question, I'm sure you'll tell me the same thing. So that is a universal problem. It's not really an India-based problem,” Mirza set the record straight.

On the other hand, she insisted that women are generally subjected to a lot more scrutiny than their counterparts. Unpacking the obsession with looks as one pivotal instance of patriarchy, Mirza stated, “I think when women walk into a room, the first thing that we are judged on is the way that we look.”

Battling anxiety

In a deeply personal revelation, she went on to share her struggles with maintaining authenticity amidst the pressures of public scrutiny. “Because I became a public figure at such a young age, I almost put a wall in front of me every time that I faced the public,” Mirza admitted, reflecting on the challenges of being constantly judged and questioned.

Despite these hurdles, she underlined her efforts to remain true to herself, acknowledging the complexity of navigating the public eye while staying authentic. “I'm not going to lie sitting here on camera and say that every single thing that I have shown to the world is who really I am,” she remarked, highlighting the occasional disparity between her public persona and private struggles.

She furthered on, “I can post a picture on Instagram and look absolutely fine and great, but I may have had a meltdown before that. But that is not something that I would love to show to the world. In my head, I'm thinking, you know, do I really want to show that vulnerable side to myself?”

Unbeknown to many, her private battle with anxiety continues to remain an important facet of her personal life. “A lot of people don't know this about me, but I have anxiety about meeting new people…Till date, if I walk into a room where my name is going to be announced and I know that everybody is going to turn around and look at me, it gives me anxiety,” she confessed. This anxiety, rooted in her discomfort with being the center of attention, has persisted since her school days, where she hesitated to draw attention to herself.

tribune.com.pk

Sania Mirza talks battling anxiety | The Express Tribune

Former Indian tennis player called out the ‘underlying patriarchy’ across the world
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Good interview. Shes maintained herself with a lot of dignity despite all the struggles shes's gone through. Respect.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
Celebrity couple Shoaib Malik and Sana Javed celebrated the latter’s birthday in an intimate ceremony with just the two of them.

Taking to their Instagram account, Sana thanked the former Pakistan captain for throwing an “amazing” post-birthday party for her.

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Decency it seems is a thing of the past and Malik has no concern on how much trauma this picture would add to his ex-wife or more importantly his child. Disgusting!
 
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