The ongoing legal dispute between Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami and his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, has reached a new stage. The Supreme Court of India recently issued a formal notice to the cricketer, demanding a response to a fresh petition filed by Jahan. This latest development centers on her request to relocate the legal battleground from West Bengal to the national capital.+1
Currently residing in Delhi to oversee their daughter’s education, Jahan has cited significant logistical and financial hurdles in attending frequent hearings in Kolkata. The petition argues that the current arrangement creates an undue burden on her ability to pursue the case effectively.
Key Aspects of the Latest Legal Petition
- Transfer of Proceedings: Jahan has requested that all pending cases—which involve Shami and several members of his family—be transferred to a Delhi court for greater accessibility.
- Maintenance Increase: A separate plea has been submitted to increase the current monthly maintenance of ₹4 lakh. Jahan argues this figure is disproportionate to Shami’s reported lifestyle and financial standing.+1
- Claims of Financial Inequity: Jahan’s legal team highlighted an affidavit suggesting Shami’s monthly expenses exceed ₹1 crore, contrasting this with her status as an unemployed individual with no independent income.
- Long-Standing Dispute: The legal conflict dates back to 2018, when Jahan first filed charges under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, alleging both physical and mental abuse.
The Supreme Court bench, led by Justices Manoj Misra and Manmohan, took up the matter on Wednesday. This follows a previous notice sent in late 2025 regarding the maintenance enhancement, to which Shami has reportedly not yet filed a formal reply.
While the legal proceedings intensify, Shami has remained active on the domestic circuit, recently delivering a record-breaking performance in the Ranji Trophy. However, the outcome of this Supreme Court intervention could significantly alter the trajectory of the long-running civil and criminal cases between the two parties.
