“Girlfriend Nahi Thi, All Focus Was On Cricket”: Cheteshwar Pujara Shares Story About Meeting Wife Puja

Cheteshwar Pujara, one of India’s most dependable Test cricketers, has always stayed away from the limelight. Known for his calm nature and focus, he has now opened up about his personal life in a heartwarming story shared in his wife Puja Pujara’s book “The Diary Of A Cricketer’s Wife: A Very Unusual Memoir.”

Pujara Focused Only On Cricket

Cheteshwar Pujara revealed that he did not have a girlfriend before marriage. He was fully focused on cricket. “Girlfriend nahi thi, all focus was on cricket,” he said. This shows how deeply committed he was to building his career in the early years.

He didn’t get distracted by anything outside cricket. While many young players enjoyed their social life, Pujara stayed away from parties and relationships. His only goal was to play for India and succeed at the highest level.

An Arranged Meeting That Changed Everything

Pujara met his wife Puja through a traditional arranged meeting. Their families introduced them. He liked her calm and soft-spoken nature. That meeting turned into a deeper connection, and the two decided to get married.

They tied the knot in 2013 and now have a daughter. Puja has stood by him through tough times and long tours. In her book, she explains how being the wife of a cricketer is not easy. There are long days without seeing each other, and the pressure of public life can be difficult.

Life Beyond Cricket

Puja’s book gives readers a look into the personal side of Cheteshwar Pujara. She writes about how disciplined he is even at home. He follows a routine, avoids distractions, and makes sure to spend time with his family when he can.

This simple and sweet love story shows another side of the man fans see in whites on the field. Pujara’s journey off the field is as inspiring as his performances with the bat.

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