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Mohammed Shami, one of India’s premier fast bowlers, finds himself amid yet another off-field controversy as his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, has publicly launched a fresh verbal attack against him. The dispute centres on allegations regarding their daughter’s education and Shami’s personal life, which Jahan has aired on her social media platforms. This development not only adds to the ongoing personal turmoil between the couple but also surfaces at a critical time when Shami is eyeing a comeback to the Indian cricket team via the 2025-26 Duleep Trophy.
Hasin Jahan’s latest allegations and accusations on Mohammed Shami
Hasin Jahan has accused Shami of neglecting their 10-year-old daughter Ayra‘s education despite his substantial wealth. She claims that Shami spends lavishly on his girlfriend’s children, including paying for their schooling at elite institutions and booking expensive business class flights, while refusing to adequately support their own daughter’s schooling. Hasin Jahan stated on Instagram that “Beti k pita ne bahut koshish ki ke meri beti ki schooling ache school se nahi ho lekin pita khuda nahi hai.” However, she alleged that Shami, despite being a billionaire, is “playing with her life because of womanising” and neglecting Ayra’s educational needs financially.
Jahan also revealed that she receives a monthly alimony of Rs 4 lakh from Shami, with Rs 2.5 lakh specifically allocated for their daughter’s expenses. Yet, she insists that Shami sidesteps his responsibilities regarding their daughter’s schooling. This public accusation emerges amidst a long-standing legal and personal battle between the two, who married in 2014 and separated in 2018. Their relationship has frequently been thrust into the limelight due to allegations and court cases.
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Shami’s personal life and his resilience to make a comeback in Team India
Amidst the mounting allegations, Shami recently celebrated his daughter Ayra’s 10th birthday with a heartfelt social media post, expressing fond memories and his best wishes for her future. This gesture contrasts sharply with Hasin Jahan’s public denunciations, showcasing a tense and complex family dynamic.
On the professional front, Shami is preparing for a significant phase in his career. Having missed the Indian team’s England tour and faced a quiet IPL season with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Shami’s selection in the East Zone squad for the 2025-26 Duleep Trophy marks an important opportunity for him to prove his fitness and form for a Test comeback. The Duleep Trophy, reverting to its zonal format this year, is seen as a litmus test for Shami to revive his red-ball cricket credentials in front of selectors.
The ongoing family controversies, including recent legal troubles involving Hasin Jahan over an unrelated land dispute, continue to add layers of complexity to Shami’s off-field challenges. Despite these distractions, his focus remains on cricket as he aims to regain his spot on the national team.
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