Yuzvendra Chahal denies ex-wife Dhanashree Verma’s cheating allegations

A week after Dhanashree Verma alleged that she caught her ex-husband, cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, cheating in the second month of their marriage, Chahal has responded, dismissing the claims and saying he has moved on with his life. He also suggested that Dhanashree continues to use his name for publicity.

Chahal’s response to cheating claims

“I am a sportsperson and I do not cheat. If someone were to cheat in the second month, how could the relationship have lasted this long?” Chahal told Hindustan Times. “For me, this chapter is over, done and dusted. I have moved forward with my life, and everyone else should too.”

He added, “Our marriage lasted 4.5 years. If cheating had occurred in the second month, who would have continued? I have already moved on from the past, but some people are still stuck there. Some continue to live in that narrative, but I am neither concerned nor affected. I feel this is the last time I will address this chapter of my life.”

The 35-year-old further stated, “I have moved on from this chapter. People may say anything on social media — a hundred claims circulate, but the truth is one, and those who matter know it. For me, the chapter is closed. I do not intend to address it again. I am focusing on my life and my game.”

Dhanashree Verma’s claims

Dhanashree recently appeared on the reality show Rise and Fall, where she hinted at Chahal’s alleged infidelity. Actress Kubbra Sait asked her, “When did you realise your marriage was falling apart?” Dhanashree responded, “First year. Caught him in the second month,” implying that Chahal had an extramarital relationship.

Divorce proceedings

In February 2025, Dhanashree and Chahal were seen outside Bandra Family Court, filing for divorce by mutual consent. They requested a waiver of the six-month cooling-off period, which the court denied. After living separately for 18 months, the couple officially divorced on 20 March 2025.

Source: Agency