The Bombay High Court has ruled in favor of Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma, allowing them to proceed with their mutual divorce without the mandatory six-month waiting period under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act. The decision was based on their prolonged separation and a mutually agreed settlement. According to a report by Bar and Bench, this marks a significant development in the Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree divorce case.
Court Orders Swift Conclusion Before IPL 2025
Justice Madhav Jamdar, overseeing the case, directed the family court to finalize Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma’s divorce by March 20, 2025. This decision ensures that Chahal’s legal matters do not interfere with his commitments during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. As a key player in the tournament, settling his legal case will allow him to focus entirely on his professional duties.
Why Was the Cooling-Off Period Waived?
In mutual divorce cases, a six-month waiting period is typically required to give couples time to reconsider their decision. However, in 2017, the Supreme Court ruled that this period could be waived if reconciliation was not possible. Given that Chahal and Dhanashree had been separated for over two and a half years and had already reached a settlement through mediation, the High Court deemed further delay unnecessary.
Timeline of Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree’s Divorce Case
Alimony Dispute Resolved
A key reason for the initial rejection of the waiver request was the partial payment of alimony. Chahal was required to pay ₹4.75 crore, of which he had already transferred ₹2.37 crore. The family court viewed this as incomplete payment and denied the waiver. However, the High Court clarified that the remaining amount was due only after the final divorce decree, meaning Chahal had adhered to the agreed settlement. This clarification led to the waiver being granted.
Final Verdict
With the High Court’s ruling, Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma’s divorce will be officially concluded by March 20, 2025. This ensures Chahal can enter the IPL season without any legal distractions, allowing both parties to move forward separately. The judgment also sets a precedent for similar cases where prolonged separation and a fulfilled settlement agreement justify waiving the cooling-off period.