Yuzvendra Chahal was in depression after divorce from Dhanashree, said – his mind was at a loss

Updated: 11-01-2026, 09.15 PM

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What did Yuzvendra Chahal say on divorce from Dhanashree? (Photo: Instagram/@dhanashree9)

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The relationship between cricketers Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma has always been a topic of discussion, but their divorce surprised the fans. Now for the first time Yuzvendra has broken his silence on this entire matter. His pain came out in a recent interview, where he revealed that after the divorce, he was so mentally broken that he had to leave even the big cricket tournaments.

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Yuzvendra Chahal went through dark times after divorce

The relationship between Indian star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and his ex-wife Dhanashree Verma is once again in the headlines. Yuzvendra recently Mashable India In a candid interview, he spoke openly about his divorce, mental stress and distance from cricket. He admitted that that chapter of his life is now completely closed. However, he said that the period after divorce was no less than darkness for him.

Divorce, pain and the desire to move on

Talking about the circumstances after the divorce, Yuzvendra said, “This was a chapter of my life, which is over now. I have left that place. I don’t want to be stuck there. I am happy in my life, she is happy in her life. What is anyone going to get by making someone unhappy?” Chahal revealed for the first time that the ups and downs in his personal life had affected his career as well.

Yuzvendra had become a victim of depression

Yuzvendra told that last year he was struggling with depression. He said, “When my divorce case was going on, my mind was not in the right place. That’s why I did not play some big cricket tournaments last year. During this difficult phase in Haryana, Anirudh sir helped me, with whom I used to share everything.” Yuzvendra also expressed grief over the trolling that happened regarding Dhanashree and their relationship.

Yuzvendra Chahal spoke on alimony and trolling

According to reports, Yuzvendra had to pay an alimony of Rs 4 crore to Dhanashree. On this he said that this matter was over for him as soon as he came out of the court. On Dhanashree being called a ‘Gold Digger’ and the uproar over his ‘Sugar Daddy’ T-shirt, Yuzvendra said, “Initially I used to feel bad because it was new, but now I don’t mind. My Instagram is open, whoever wants to hate can do so.”

Yuzvendra-Dhanashree’s relationship started from dance class

Yuzvendra also said that he is currently alone and happy. Let us tell you that Yuzvendra and Dhanashree got married in the year 2020. They completed 4 years of marriage in December 2024. Before marriage, they dated each other for about 6-7 months. Yuzvendra contacted choreographer Dhanashree to learn dance during the lockdown. From here their conversation started, which gradually turned into friendship and then love.

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