Verdict Expected Tomorrow as Court Waives Cooling-Off Period
The Bombay High Court has directed the Family Court to deliver a verdict on the divorce petition of cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife, Dhanashree Verma, by tomorrow. The ruling was issued by Justice Madhav Jamdar, who emphasized the urgency of the matter as Chahal will be unavailable from March 21 due to his Indian Premier League (IPL) commitments.
According to a report by Bar & Bench, the court has also waived the mandatory six-month cooling-off period, considering that the couple has been living separately for the past two and a half years and has already agreed upon a ₹4.75 crore settlement.
Chahal and Dhanashree’s Separation: A Timeline
Rumors about Chahal and Dhanashree’s divorce had been circulating on social media for a long time. While no official statement has been made yet, the court’s intervention indicates that the process is nearing its conclusion.
📌 Key Details of the Divorce Settlement:
✔ Marriage Date: December 2020
✔ Separation Period: Over 2.5 years
✔ Settlement Amount: ₹4.75 crore
✔ Cooling-Off Period Waived due to extended separation
✔ Final Decision Deadline: Tomorrow, as per court orders
Chahal’s Legal Petition and High Court’s Response
Chahal had filed a petition in the Family Court, requesting that the six-month cooling-off period be waived, as he had already paid half of the settlement amount to Dhanashree.
⚖ What is the Cooling-Off Period?
In divorce cases, the law mandates a six-month waiting period after filing the petition to allow reconciliation attempts. However, courts can waive this period if both parties have been living separately for a long time and a mutual settlement has been reached.
The Bombay High Court agreed with Chahal’s plea and directed the Family Court to pass a final decision by tomorrow.
From Love Story to Separation: The Chahal-Dhanashree Relationship
💃 The Beginning:
Dhanashree, a well-known choreographer and YouTuber, had previously revealed their love story during an episode of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11. She shared how Chahal initially approached her for dance lessons during the COVID-19 lockdown, which later blossomed into a romantic relationship leading to their marriage in December 2020.
💔 Signs of Trouble:
- 2023: Chahal posted an Instagram story hinting at “a new beginning,” sparking speculation about their relationship status.
- Around the same time, Dhanashree removed ‘Chahal’ from her Instagram username, fueling divorce rumors.
- Chahal later dismissed the rumors, calling them unfounded speculation.
Chahal’s Cricket Career: From Team India Exit to IPL 2025’s ₹18 Crore Deal
While dealing with his personal life challenges, Chahal has also faced professional setbacks.
🏏 Out of Team India:
- Chahal was part of India’s 2024 T20 World Cup-winning squad but did not play a single match.
- His last ODI appearance for India was in January 2023, and his most recent T20 match was in August 2023.
💰 IPL 2025 Auction Success:
Despite his absence from international cricket, Chahal remains a highly valued player in the IPL. In the IPL 2025 auction, he was picked by Punjab Kings for a whopping ₹18 crore, making him one of the most expensive signings of the season.
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