Shivalik Sharma : In a shocking development that has sent ripples through the Indian cricketing fraternity, former Mumbai Indians (MI) cricketer Shivalik Sharma has been booked in a rape case in Rajasthan. The 28-year-old, who was picked in the IPL 2024 auction by MI for his base price of ₹20 lakh but didn’t play a game, is now at the center of serious legal allegations.
Shivalik Sharma : Ex-MI Player Shivalik Sharma in Legal Trouble Over Rape Allegation
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FIR Registered in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
The case has been officially registered at the Kudi Bhagatsani Police Station in Jodhpur, following a complaint lodged by a woman residing in Sector 2 of the same area. The woman has accused Shivalik of engaging in physical relations under the false pretext of marriage—a charge that falls under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (rape).
Shivalik Sharma : Ex-MI Player Shivalik Sharma in Legal Trouble Over Rape Allegation
“A woman met Shivalik in Vadodara in February 2023 during a walk. Their friendship soon turned romantic. They spoke for hours daily, met each other’s families, and eventually got engaged. However, in August 2024, the engagement was called off,” said ACP Anand Rajpurohit.
The police have confirmed that the victim’s medical examination has been completed and her statement recorded in court. An investigation is underway, and authorities are currently searching for Shivalik, whose whereabouts remain unknown.
Allegations Explained: Relationship, Engagement, and Fallout
According to the complaint:
- The two met in Vadodara in early 2023 and gradually developed a relationship.
- Both families were introduced later that year, leading to their formal engagement.
- After the engagement, the couple reportedly entered into physical relations.
- In August 2024, the complainant was allegedly summoned to Baroda, where Shivalik’s family called off the engagement, claiming they were seeking another match.
The woman alleges that Shivalik exploited the promise of marriage to initiate and maintain a physical relationship—constituting rape under Indian law when consent is obtained under false pretenses.
Who is Shivalik Sharma? Cricket Career Overview
Shivalik Sharma is a left-handed batter and part-time leg-spinner who represents Baroda in domestic cricket. While his IPL career never took off, his domestic stats showcase potential.
Career Stats:
- First-Class (FC): 18 matches, 1,087 runs, avg. 43.48, 3 centuries, 5 fifties
- List A: 13 matches, 322 runs, avg. 29.27, 2 fifties, 2 wickets
- T20s: 17 matches, 349 runs, avg. 24.92, SR 147.88, 2 fifties
Shivalik was seen as an emerging talent when MI took a punt on him during the IPL 2024 mini-auction, though he remained on the bench throughout the season.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb 2023 | Shivalik meets the complainant in Vadodara |
| Late 2023 | Couple gets engaged after families meet |
| Aug 2024 | Engagement called off by Shivalik’s family |
| Apr 2025 | FIR filed in Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
| Apr 2025 | Victim undergoes medical exam, records court statement |
| May 2025 | Police confirm active search for Shivalik |
Legal Ramifications and Next Steps
The nature of the allegations is grave. If proven guilty under Section 376 IPC, Shivalik could face a minimum of seven years to life imprisonment. At the time of writing, the cricketer has neither responded to the allegations nor appeared publicly.
With investigations underway, and considering the public profile of the accused, the case is likely to attract significant media attention in the days to come.
As Indian cricket continues to grow globally, incidents like these serve as a stark reminder that off-field conduct is just as important as on-field performance. The legal process will determine Shivalik Sharma’s guilt or innocence, but the case has already cast a shadow over his cricketing future.
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Shivalik Sharma is a domestic cricketer from Baroda and a former Mumbai Indians player in IPL 2024.
He has been accused of rape under the false promise of marriage.
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