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Shikhar Dhawan announced his engagement to Sophie Shine on January 12 through his social media. Sophie is based in the UAE, and the couple is set to take their nuptial vows in February 2026.

In the 1st ODI between India and New Zealand at Kotambi International Stadium, India chased down a target of 301 to win by four wickets and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Virat Kohli scored a brilliant 93, falling just short of a century, while Shubman Gill contributed 56.