Pakistani all-rounder Imad Wasim is making headlines once again—not for his on-field performances, but due to rising speculation about trouble in his personal life.
The 36-year-old cricketer, who recently announced his second retirement from international cricket, is reportedly going through a marital crisis with his wife, Sania Ashfaq, at a time when the couple has just welcomed their third child.
Sania’s Emotional Post Sparks Rumors
Rumors of a rift began circulating after Sania Ashfaq posted an emotional message on social media to announce the birth of her son, Zayaan, without mentioning Imad. Her post read:
“I carried you alone in my womb for nine months. May Allah give me strength for the journey ahead, Zayaan.”
Followers quickly picked up on the absence of Imad’s name, interpreting the message as a sign of strain in their relationship. A relative’s repost of Sania’s message and comments wishing her “strength” rather than offering congratulatory messages further fueled the speculation.
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Social media users also noticed that Sania had removed all references to being Imad Wasim’s wife from her Instagram bio, which now reads: “Mama of Anaya Imad and Rayan Imad.” She also deleted all photos with Imad from her profile, although his account still displays pictures of the couple. Interestingly, both continue to follow each other on Instagram.
Allegations of an Affair with Naila Raja
Tensions escalated when rumors surfaced linking Imad Wasim to influencer and model Naila Raja. A video clip began circulating online showing Imad walking alongside a woman in the UK, whose identity was unclear. Many internet users claimed the woman was Naila Raja, fueling allegations of an extramarital affair.
The alleged relationship drew backlash, with social media users criticizing Imad and comparing his situation to other cricketers facing similar controversies. One user commented, “Imad is following Shoaib Malik’s footsteps,” alluding to Malik’s recent divorce.
This isn’t the first time Imad Wasim’s personal life has made headlines. He was previously linked to an Afghan woman, and photos of their alleged relationship had also gone viral at the time.
No Official Statement Yet
So far, neither Imad Wasim nor Sania Ashfaq has publicly addressed the rumors, leaving fans to speculate and closely monitor their social media activity.
As the situation continues to unfold, Imad finds himself in the eye of a public storm—one that has shifted the spotlight away from cricket and onto his personal life.
