The Bombay High Court has intervened in the ongoing divorce case of Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his estranged wife, Dhanashree Verma, directing the Bandra Family Court to fast-track their divorce proceedings. The court has given a deadline of Thursday, March 20, to resolve the matter due to Chahal’s imminent participation in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), where he is set to play for Punjab Kings.
Chahal to Pay Rs 4.75 Crore Alimony
The couple, who married in December 2020, has been living separately since June 2022. They filed for divorce by mutual consent in February 2025. However, complications arose when the family court, on February 20, refused to waive the mandatory six-month cooling-off period that allows couples to reconsider reconciliation. The court cited non-compliance with their settlement terms, particularly in regard to alimony payment. Chahal had agreed to pay Rs 4.75 crore to Verma, but had only transferred Rs 2.37 crore at the time of the hearing.
In response, the couple appealed to the Bombay High Court, which acknowledged their separation for over two years and ruled in favour of waiving the cooling-off period. The High Court emphasised that the remaining amount of alimony could be paid once the divorce is finalised, as per the terms of their mediation agreement. The court has ordered the family court to decide the divorce petition by March 20, aligning with Chahal’s IPL commitments.
Family Denies Rs 60 Crore Alimony Rumours
Speculation surrounding the couple’s divorce had sparked rumors, especially about the alimony amount. Social media had falsely circulated claims that Verma demanded Rs 60 crore as alimony. Her family released a statement vehemently denying these allegations, calling the rumours baseless and stressing the importance of accurate reporting. They urged the media to respect the privacy of the parties involved.
Despite the challenges, the couple’s efforts to resolve their divorce are progressing swiftly, with the High Court taking steps to ensure the matter is settled before Chahal’s IPL season begins. The final resolution of the case is expected to bring closure to the couple’s marital issues.
