In a significant personal announcement, retired Pakistani all-rounder Imad Wasim has publicly confirmed the end of his marriage to Sannia Ashfaq. The 37-year-old cricketer stated that the couple, married for six years, has decided to part ways due to long-standing differences that could not be resolved.
Social Media Announcement and Privacy Plea
Wasim made the revelation through an official statement posted on his social media accounts. He explained that the decision to file for divorce was not taken lightly but followed years of repeated and unresolved conflicts. "After much thought, and due to repeated conflicts that could not be resolved over the past few years, I have filed for divorce," he wrote.
The cricketer explicitly requested the public and media to respect their privacy during this challenging time. He asked people not to circulate old photographs of the couple and to refrain from referring to Sannia as his spouse going forward. Wasim also issued a stern warning against speculation, stating that any false narratives or attempts to defame or involve others would be met with legal action.
Sannia's Heartbreaking Account and Allegations
Confirming the separation on her Instagram handle, Sannia Ashfaq presented a poignant and contrasting perspective. She described writing from a place of "deep pain" and lamented that her home was broken and her children left without their father. The mother of three revealed a particularly distressing detail: their five-month-old infant has yet to be held by his father.
While acknowledging marital difficulties, Sannia asserted her commitment to preserving the family. She attributed the final collapse of the marriage to the involvement of a third party. "What ultimately ended this marriage was the involvement of a third party, whose intention was to marry my husband, became the final blow to an already struggling union," she added, without naming anyone.
Background and Future Responsibilities
Imad Wasim and Sannia Ashfaq tied the knot in 2019. Over the course of their six-year marriage, they became parents to three children. In his statement, Wasim emphasized that his parental duties remain unchanged despite the marital breakdown. He assured that he would continue to fulfill his responsibilities as a father fully and responsibly.
The divorce, proceeding by mutual consent, marks the end of a prominent chapter in the personal life of the former cricketer, who has represented Pakistan in numerous international matches. The public nature of their separate statements highlights the intense personal scrutiny faced by sports celebrities, even in matters of private life.
