"She is my wife, nothing to hide:" Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan confirms second marriage

Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan has confirmed that he has entered into a second marriage, ending months of speculation about his personal life. He shared a post on Instagram, where he spoke affectionately about his new wife.

According to reports, Rashid’s second wife is Afghan by origin but currently resides abroad. The couple married on August 2, 2025, while his first marriage took place in October 2024 to his cousin.

In his post, the 26-year-old cricketer described his new partner as “a symbol of love and peace,” adding that she possesses the qualities he had always hoped to find in a life companion.

Speculation had circulated on social media for several months, particularly after Rashid was seen attending a welfare event with a woman whose identity was not initially disclosed.

Pictures from the event sparked assumptions and commentary online about a “secret second marriage.” Some fans questioned the nature of their relationship, prompting Rashid to address the matter publicly.

Responding to the rumors, Rashid stated, “I recently took my wife to a charity event and it’s unfortunate to see assumptions being made from something so simple. The truth is straightforward, she is my wife and we stand together with nothing to hide.”

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He also expressed gratitude to his fans for their continued support, love, and understanding.

So far, Rashid has chosen not to share further details about the ceremony or his wife’s identity.

Rashid Khan remains one of Afghanistan’s most admired cricketers, celebrated for his outstanding leg spin bowling in international cricket and major T20 leagues worldwide.