From Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi to Jasprit Bumrah: 10 Indian cricketers who had inter-faith marriages

Cricket might be India’s biggest religion for many, but for the men on the pitch, real life often follows a different playbook. Beyond the floodlights and the roar of the crowd, many of our favourite cricketers have shown that a great partnership doesn’t need a shared prayer book to succeed.

In a world where netizens often love to nitpick and criticise, these couples have stood their ground, proving that a loving home is built on respect and shared values—not just labels. From the legendary “Tiger” Pataudi to today’s 2026 T20 World Cup heroes, here are ten couples who chose love over religion.