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    Hardik Pandya divorce: Cricketer confirms separation with wife Natasa Stankovic

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    Cricketer Hardik Pandya has confirmed his divorce from wife Natasa Stankovic, putting rumors to rest. The couple, who got married during the 2020 lockdown, welcomed their son Agastya later that year. Despite recent speculation about their relationship, Pandya has chosen to remain silent. The couple's relationship was sparked by the Mumbai Indians' poor performance in the 2024 IPL season, which led to rumors of an impending divorce.

    Hardik Pandya confirms separation with wife Natasa Stankovic, to co-parent 3-year-old son
    Cricketer Hardik Pandya on Thursday confirmed divorce with wife Natasa Stankovic, putting rumours to rest.

    Taking to Instagram, the T20 World Cup winner said that the two have 'decided mutually to part ways.'

    "After 4 years of being together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for the both of us," he said.

    "This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family. We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness. We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us the privacy during this difficult and sensitive time," the social media post further read.

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      Natasa and Hardik's family life
      Natasa and Hardik got married during the 2020 lockdown and welcomed their son Agastya later that year. While they have occasionally shared glimpses of their family life on social media, recent events had sparked speculation about the status of their relationship.

      Natasa Stankovic, known for her work in TV commercials and films like 'Satyagraha' and 'Dishkiyaoon', continues to share motivational messages and personal reflections on social media amid ongoing media attention. Meanwhile, Hardik has chosen to remain silent amidst the speculation surrounding their marriage.

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      When Hardik Pandya's divorce rumours took centre stage
      During the 2024 IPL season, Hardik Pandya dealt with a mamoth of challenges. Leading the Mumbai Indians, the team finished last in the league, managing only 4 wins out of 14 games. Fans expressed disappointment, especially since Pandya had taken over captaincy from Rohit Sharma, which compounded his difficulties. Adding to his troubles are swirling rumors of an impending divorce.

      Speculations about their relationship escalated when social media users noticed Natasa had removed "Pandya" from her Instagram handle. Furthermore, the couple hadn't shared recent photos together, and Pandya didn't publicly acknowledge Natasa's birthday on March 4. These observations fueled conjecture about the state of their marriage.


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      ( Originally published on Jul 18, 2024 )

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