India all-rounder Hardik Pandya confirms separation from wife Natasa Stankovic after 4 years

Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic Divorced: Since last few months, Hardik Pandya and his wife, actress and model Natasa Stankovic, have been in the news due to reported issues in their marriage. 

Despite the ongoing speculations about their relationship, the couple has chosen not to comment. However, certain actions, both online and offline, have drawn attention and fueled rumors. 

On Thursday, turning the speculation about their split into reality, Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya confirmed his separation from wife Natasa Stankovic on Thursday night. 

Taking to his official Instagram handle, Pandya said that he and Natasa have been "mutually parted ways" after being together for four years.

The 30-year-old added that it was a "tough decision" for them after they grew as a family.

He also said they tried their 'best' and gave their ball, and said the decision is in the "best interest" of both of them.

"After 4 years of being together, Natasa and I have decided to mutually part ways. We tried our best together and gave it our all, and we believe this is in the best interest for the both of us. This was a tough decision for us to make, given the joy, mutual respect and companionship we enjoyed together and as we grew a family," Hardik wrote.

 Hardik also urged for 'support' and 'privacy' from people during this "difficult and sensitive time."

 Love at first sight

Hardik and Natasa met in a Mumbai nightclub in 2018 and fell in love at first sight. They quickly began dating, and in January 2020, he proposed to Natasa during a trip to Dubai.

Family and Responsibilities 

Hardik and Natasa have a 3-year-old son, Agastya, together. Talking about his son, Hardik said that Agastya will be at the centre of their lives. The India all-rounder confirmed that he and his wife will co-parent for the well-being of their three-year-old child.

In his Instagram handle post, Hardik also wrote, "We are blessed with Agastya, who will continue to be at the centre of both our lives and we will co-parent to ensure that we give him everything that we can for his happiness. We sincerely request your support and understanding to give us privacy during this difficult and sensitive time.”

Meanwhile, in the recently concluded T20 World Cup, Pandya played a crucial role in India's victory. He scored 144 runs in six innings at an average of 48.00 and a strike rate of 151.57, with a half-century and best score of 50*. He also took 11 wickets in eight games at an average of 17.36 and an economy rate of 7.64, with the best figures of 3/20.

Facing injuries and controversies not so long ago, Hardik once again delivered when all the lights shined bright on him, playing a major role in his side's ICC T20 World Cup triumph.