Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan He has found himself in the unusual position of making headlines for both his on-field heroics and his off-field romances. After their match-winning inning of 77 runs against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026, speculations started about their relationship. Aditi Hundia The fever reached fever pitch – only to be faced with contradictory statements from members of his own family.
The drama started when Ishaan’s grandfather Anurag Pandey spoke to the media after India’s emphatic win over Pakistan in Colombo on February 15. In an interview with ANI, Pandey openly confirmed that the cricketer is in a relationship with model Aditi Hundia and expressed the family’s full approval on his choice.
“I completely accept whoever Ishaan Kishan wants to marry. We are ready to accept whoever Ishaan Kishan wants to marry. Aditi is his girlfriend. She is a model. The happiness that children bring should be accepted.” Pandey told ANI.
Grandfather stepped forward and suggested that wedding bells might be approaching. According to family discussions, the marriage could happen by the end of 2026 or in 2027 depending on Kishan’s cricket schedule. He also shared an emotional story in which he revealed that he told his grandson, “I want to see my daughter-in-law’s face before I die,” prompting Kishan to openly accept the relationship.
The statement, which went viral within hours, led to widespread speculation that India’s star opening batsman is set to tie the knot soon after the World Cup.
Ishaan’s mother clarified on the news of marriage
However, the excitement generated by Grandfather’s revelation was short-lived. Ishaan’s mother, Suchitra Devi stepped in to give a definite clarification, which put the wedding talk to rest.
Speaking to IANS, Suchitra Devi clearly explained the family’s situation:
“It is not about marriage, it is time for him to play cricket. He is not old enough to talk about marriage. Grandfather is getting a little old. Old people are always a little excited. There is something or the other coming on social media. He said all this based on what he saw on social media.”
He stressed that his son’s focus should be on his cricket career, especially during an important stage like the World Cup. “His focus is on Team India’s matches, performances, responsibilities. When he calls, we skip the cricket chat – he knows the field best. Let’s celebrate his contribution, not personal life.” He added.
The mother’s statement has effectively put an end to speculation of an immediate wedding, emphasizing that Kishan’s current priority is to represent his country on cricket’s biggest stage.
Who is Aditi Hundia? woman behind the headlines
Amidst the family drama, everyone’s attention has also gone to Aditi Hundia herself. The Jaipur-born supermodel has carved a significant niche in the fashion and beauty industry.
Aditi was a finalist in Femina Miss India 2017 and also achieved success in Miss Diva 2018, thereby establishing her identity in the world of modeling. Her father is a businessman based in Jaipur, and she completed her early education in the Pink City before developing an interest in modeling during college.
With over 2,90,000 followers on Instagram, Aditi maintains an active social media presence and has built strong fashion credentials through various brand collaborations.
Ishaan and Aditi’s relationship first caught people’s interest during the IPL 2019 season, when they were often seen in the stands during their matches.
Their social media interactions and cozy photos over the years have fueled speculation about their relationship.
Notably, Aditi reportedly traveled to West Indies in July 2025 to celebrate Ishaan’s birthday during her India tour, which made the family realize that the relationship was serious. She has also been present at many of their matches, including the ongoing World Cup games.
Ishaan’s excellent batting form continues
While his personal life makes headlines, Kishan’s primary focus remains cricket – just like his mother says.
The 27-year-old left-handed batsman has been in sensational form during the T20 World Cup 2026. He is currently the leading run-scorer for India in the tournament, with 158 runs in three innings at an astonishing strike rate of 197.50.
His match-winning innings of 77 runs with 10 fours and three sixes in just 40 balls against Pakistan earned him the Player of the Match award and turned the high-pressure contest in India’s favour. This innings was particularly significant as it demonstrated his progress against spin bowling, an area that had once raised concerns about his game.
Kishan’s return to form came after a tough two-year period when he was out of the Indian team. During that time, he focused on domestic cricket, leading Jharkhand to its first-ever Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title, while becoming the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 517 runs at a strike rate of 197.31.
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