Aug 11, 2023, 08:24 PM IST

Meet the wife of world's fastest bowler

DNA WEB DESK

Pakistan's cricketers often find themselves in the headlines due to controversies.

Pakistan's cricket team boasts a talented fast bowler who consistently remains in the headlines. This individual garnered attention for his marriage.

This name carries immense weight, for it belongs to none other than the legendary Shoaib Akhtar.

The world's fastest bowler had married a girl 18 years younger than him. After this, he faced a lot of trolling on social media.

Let's find out who his wife is - Rubab.

Shoaib got married to Rubab Khan, a resident of Haripur in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, in 2014, as per his parents' wishes.

Shoaib Akhtar was 38 years old at the time of his marriage with Rubab Khan, while his wife was 20 years old.

Shoaib and Rubab also have two sons. Their elder son was born in 2016, while their younger son was born in 2019.

Rubab is a dedicated homemaker who efficiently manages her family. She stands by her husband in every challenging decision they face.

Shoaib is very active on social media, while Rubab keeps herself at a distance from the internet.

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