Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar has announced his separation from partner Ishani Johar. The couple had tied the knot in a beach wedding ceremony in Goa on March 9, 2022. The cricketer shared the news through an emotional post on Instagram.
The 26-year-old spoke openly about his personal journey. He said he entered marriage at a young age and later realized he still had much to understand about himself and 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 some from in truth,” he wrote in a social media post.
“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. Some relationships are not meant to last forever they are meant to awaken us, teach us. and transform us. I move forward wiser, more self-aware, and certain of the life I deserve to build,” he added.
“This is not an ending. it is a release. A reset. A promise that everything I create from here will stand on self-respect, peace, and better choices. I carry forward no bitterness only lessons, dignity, and the courage to begin again,” he concluded.
Rahul Chahar’s cricket career
Rahul Chahar has represented India in limited-overs cricket. He has played one ODI and six T20 Internationals so far. His last international appearance came in 2021 against Sri Lanka, which was also his only ODI match.
The leg-spinner has taken 10 wickets for India. He continues to play domestic cricket and franchise leagues, and remains focused on his professional career after the personal setback.
