From Yashasvi Jaiswal-Maddie Hamilton to Hardik Pandya-Mahieka Sharma: 5 Indian cricketers and their rumoured girlfriends

In a country where cricket is a religion, fans don’t just watch runs and wickets—they follow the lives of their favourite cricketers too. From IPL stadiums to international series, Indian cricketers are often analysed not just for their cover drives and yorkers, but for the women seen cheering in the stands, the posts they like, and the rumours that quietly build around them. So, here we list some popular Indian cricketers and their rumoured girlfriends:

Yashasvi Jaiswal burst onto the international scene with a hundred on Test debut and quickly became one of India’s most exciting young batters. Off the field, fans have quietly turned their attention to Maddie Hamilton, a UK‑based student widely believed to be his rumoured girlfriend. Her name first surfaced when she was spotted in the stands in Hyderabad during India’s 2024 Test series against England, proudly wearing an Indian jersey and cheering for him. The moment went viral, and so did the search terms like “Yashasvi Jaiswal girlfriend.” Over time, Maddie has become a familiar face at Rajasthan Royals matches, often seen in the team’s blue jersey, cheering for them. Reports suggest Yashasvi has spent time with her friends and family, hinting at a long‑term, emotionally anchored connection that started before his fame peaked.

Arshdeep Singh, Punjab Kings’ deadly pacer and India’s leading T20 wicket‑taker, is known for his nerve‑shredding yorkers and ice‑cool death‑overs. Recently, he seemed to have “soft‑launched” his rumoured girlfriend on social media by sharing cryptic photos of locked hands with no faces shown. The internet went into detective mode, and many fans quickly linked the mystery woman to Punjabi actress Samreen Kaur. Fans noticed matching tattoos and nail art on the hand in Arshdeep’s photos, which looked identical to recent Instagram posts of Samreen. The theory gained ground when she was spotted in the stands at Punjab Kings’ home games in New Chandigarh and at the Wankhede Stadium during a high‑tension clash against Mumbai Indians. While neither has officially confirmed a relationship, the pattern of visuals and sightings feels too consistent to ignore.

Samreen, born in 1999 in Jammu & Kashmir, comes from an education‑centred family—her mother is a professor, and her father works in the academic field. She followed a traditional path, earning a B.Com (Hons) from Symbiosis, Pune, and an MBA in Chandigarh, building a strong corporate foundation. That path changed when she became a state finalist in Femina Miss India 2018, which opened the door to modelling and acting.

After India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the off‑field moments drew as much attention as the cricket itself. One of the most talked‑about images was wicketkeeper‑batter Ishan Kishan celebrating with Aditi Hundia, his rumoured girlfriend, after winning the cup. The pictures of their joy went viral instantly, sending fans searching for details about the woman who’s been by his side through both highs and lows.

Aditi, a former beauty queen and model, first gained attention as a finalist in Femina Miss India 2017 and later won Miss Diva Supranational 2018. Reports say she studied at St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur, and has since built a strong presence as a pageant star, fashion entrepreneur, and influencer.

Hardik Pandya’s journey hasn’t just been about sixes and comebacks; it’s also been about personal reinvention. After his divorce from Natasa Stankovic, his split drew a lot of attention. And when he returned to the national fold with renewed energy, fans noticed a quiet shift in his mindset. Recently, he credited Mahieka Sharma, his rumoured girlfriend, with helping him fall in love with cricket all over again.

After the split, Hardik threw himself into practice—spending 6–7 hours a day at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, often batting until midnight. He admitted that he’d lost the childlike joy of the game and wanted to rediscover it at his full potential. Around that time, Mahieka entered his life, and their conversations, he said, revolved around the sport: how to bring back the “child in him,” the raw excitement of playing, and the freedom that comes from truly loving what you do.

Her presence, according to Hardik, helped unlock a neglected side of his batting, reminding him of the thrill that once drove him. The duo have officially confirmed their relationship and are often spotted together.

Young opener Abhishek Sharma, known for his elegant left‑handed drives and aggressive style in domestic cricket and the IPL, is slowly stepping into the national spotlight. Off the field, his name is quietly linked to Laila Faisal, a woman who’s more than just a face in the stands—she’s someone with her own identity and ambition. Laila is the co‑founder of LRF Designs, a high‑end clothing label, and comes from a prominent Kashmiri Muslim business family. She grew up in Delhi and studied psychology at King’s College London, followed by fashion and branding at the London College of Fashion. While their relationship hasn’t been officially confirmed, her consistent appearances and subtle social‑media patterns have quietly turned her into his rumoured partner in the public eye.