Chennai Super Kings’ latest acquisition, Rahul Chahar, on Friday, February 20, confirmed his divorce from wife Ishani Johar through a detailed post on social media, formally ending their marriage after more than three-and-a-half years.
The couple tied the knot in a ceremony in Goa March 9, 2022. In a statement, the 26-year-old said the court proceedings had ended and the matter had been settled, marking the end of what he described as a transformative phase in his life.
“I entered marriage at a young age, before I fully understood myself, my worth, or the life I truly wanted to build. What followed were years of lessons I never expected and the last fifteen months spent walking through courtrooms, learning patience, resilience and the strength that comes from truth,” Chahar wrote.
“Today, this chapter of my life formally comes to a close. After due process of law, the matter was resolved by my resolution, which cost much and brought finality to this phase of my life. I close this chapter not with anger or regret, but with clarity.”
He added: “Some relationships are not meant to last forever, they are meant to awaken, teach and transform us. I move forward wiser, more confident and confident in the life I deserve to build,” while noting that he now wants to stand on “self-respect, peace and better choices.”
THE FOCUS IS ON IPL 2026
With his personal life settling into a new phase, Chahar will now turn his attention to the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League, which is likely to be played from March to May 2026.
The leg-spinner is set to represent Chennai Super Kings after being bought for Rs 5.20 crore in the mini-auction of IPL 2026. He was initially unsold before being picked up in the accelerated round. Chahar was released by Sunrisers Hyderabad before the auction.
Over the years, Chahar has featured for Rising Pune Supergiant, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. He took 75 wickets in 79 matches at an average of 28.66.
On the international stage, Chahar represented India in 1 ODI and 6 T20 Internationals, claiming 3 wickets in ODIs at an average of 18 and 7 wickets in T20Is at an average of 23.85. He last played for India during the 2021 T20 World Cup.
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Issued by:
Saurabh Kumar
Published on:
February 20, 2026