Chennai Super Kings spinner Rahul Chahar on Friday, February 20, confirmed his divorce from wife Ishani Johar through a detailed social media post, formally ending their marriage after more than three-and-a-half years.
The couple had tied the knot in Goa on March 9, 2022. In his statement, the 26-year-old revealed that the legal proceedings have concluded and the matter has been settled, bringing closure to what he described as a deeply transformative chapter of his life.
“I entered marriage at a young age, before I fully understood myself, my worth, or the life I truly wanted to build. What followed were years of lessons I never expected, and the last fifteen months spent navigating courtrooms, learning patience, resilience, and the strength that comes from truth,” Chahar wrote.
“Today, that chapter of my life formally comes to a close. After due legal process, the matter has been settled with my resolution that costed a lot, bringing finality to this phase of my life. I close this chapter not with anger or regret, but with clarity,” he added.
Reflecting on the experience, Chahar said some relationships are meant to “awaken us, teach us, and transform us,” adding that he now intends to move forward with “self-respect, peace, and better choices.”
Focus Shifts to IPL 2026
With his personal life entering a new phase, Chahar’s attention now turns to the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League, expected to be held between March and May.
The leg-spinner is set to represent Chennai Super Kings after being bought for Rs 5.20 crore in the IPL 2026 mini-auction. Initially unsold, he was picked up in the accelerated round. He had been released by Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of the auction.
Over the years, Chahar has featured for Rising Pune Supergiant, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. Across 79 matches, he has claimed 75 wickets at an average of 28.66.
On the international stage, Chahar has represented India national cricket team in one ODI and six T20Is, picking up three wickets in the 50-over format at an average of 18 and seven wickets in T20Is at 23.85. He last featured for India during the 2021 T20 World Cup.
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