A shocking news amidst the dazzling and thrill of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has shook the cricket world. Mumbai Indians all -rounder cricketer Shivalik Sharma has been arrested by Rajasthan Police on serious rape charges. The 26 -year -old player has been accused by a Jodhpur girl of raping her on the pretext of marriage. This incident is not only a setback for cricket fans, but also raises questions on morality and responsibility in the sports world. Come, let us get into the depth of this matter and understand what is the whole truth.
Case registered in Jodhpur
At the Kudi Bhagatni police station in Jodhpur, a young woman lodged a complaint against Shivalik Sharma. The woman alleges that Shivalik promised to marry and made physical relations with her several times. According to police, the complaint was lodged in January 2024, and after investigation, Rajasthan Police arrested Shivalik from his house in Vadodara, Gujarat. After the arrest, Shivalik was brought to Jodhpur, where the court sent him to judicial custody. The case has launched a sharp debate on social media and news channels.
Shivalik Sharma's cricket career
Shivalik Sharma plays domestic cricket for Baroda and is known as a left-handed batsman and leg-spin bowler. In the year 2024, Mu (MU) was bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 20 lakh, but he could not play a single IPL match. He was released by Mumbai Indians before the 2025 mega auction. Even before showing its talent on the cricket field, this dispute has been deeply questioned on Shivalik's career.
Victim's side and police action
According to the police, the victim said in her complaint that she and Shivalik met in Vadodara in 2023, where her friendship turned into love. Both of them also engaged, but later Shivalik's parents broke the relationship. The victim claims that after the engagement, Shivalik promised to marry and made physical relations with her, but later refused to marry. The police conducted a medical examination of the victim and recorded her statement before the magistrate. Now the police is busy gathering more evidence in this case.
Impact on cricket and society
This incident is not only a legal case, but a serious lesson for society and sports world. Fans take inspiration from players playing on a big stage like IPL, but such controversies tarnish their image. This case also questions the personal life of the players and their social responsibility. This news has created disappointment and anger among cricket fans, and people are demanding a fair inquiry into the matter.