From betrayal to second chances: How Dinesh Karthik found love again with Dipika Pallikal

2026-02-06 - 10:35

Cricketer Dinesh Karthik faced immense personal turmoil when his childhood sweetheart and wife, Nikita, had an affair with his close friend and teammate, Murali Vijay. This devastating betrayal led to divorce and a period of depression for Karthik. However, he found love again with squash player Dipika Pallikal, rebuilding his life and career, eventually welcoming twins and retiring from cricket.