Cricket stars often enjoy celebrity status that rivals film icons, and over the years, several leading actresses have been romantically linked with top cricketers. Some relationships were confirmed, others remained brief or fizzled out, but all grabbed massive headlines.
Here’s a look at 10 of the hottest actresses who have reportedly dated cricketers:
1. Deepika Padukone — Yuvraj Singh
Before her Bollywood superstardom, Deepika Padukone was widely reported to be dating Yuvraj Singh during her modelling days. The relationship ended amicably but remains one of the most talked-about cricket–Bollywood links.
2. Anushka Sharma — Virat Kohli
Before marriage, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli dated for several years, constantly in the public eye. Their appearances together at matches and events made them India’s most followed celebrity couple even before tying the knot.
3. Ileana D’Cruz — Andrew Flintoff (Reported)
Ileana was reportedly linked with former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff during her early Bollywood phase. While never officially confirmed, the rumours created buzz across Indian and UK tabloids.
4. Nargis Fakhri — Yuvraj Singh (Reported)
At one point, Nargis Fakhri and Yuvraj Singh were spotted together frequently, leading to strong dating rumours. Both remained tight-lipped, adding fuel to speculation.
5. Kim Sharma — Yuvraj Singh
Actress Kim Sharma and Yuvraj Singh were in a high-profile relationship in the mid-2000s. Their public appearances and candid comments made it one of the most open cricket–Bollywood romances of the time.
6. Tamannaah Bhatia — Virat Kohli (Briefly Linked)
Tamannaah Bhatia was briefly linked to Virat Kohli during the early phase of his international career. Though both denied a serious relationship, the rumours were widely covered.
7. Preity Zinta — Brett Lee
Preity Zinta and Australian speedster Brett Lee shared a close bond and were frequently linked during IPL seasons. While they maintained it was friendship, the chemistry kept gossip columns busy.
8. Esha Gupta — Hardik Pandya
Esha Gupta confirmed she was in touch with Hardik Pandya at one point, though she clarified it never turned into a serious relationship. Still, the revelation sparked major social media chatter.
9. Elli AvrRam — Hardik Pandya
Before Hardik Pandya’s marriage, Elli AvrRam was strongly linked with the Indian all-rounder. Their social media interactions and public sightings fueled dating rumours for months.
10. Shruti Haasan — Michael Clarke (Reported)
Shruti Haasan was reportedly linked with former Australian captain Michael Clarke after they met at a celebrity event. Neither confirmed the relationship, but reports suggested a brief romantic phase.
