India, Dec. 8 -- What was supposed to be one of Indian cricket's biggest off-field celebrations has instead turned into one of its most talked-about heartbreaks. Composer-director Palaash Muchhal and India women's vice-captain Smriti Mandhana were expected to marry on November 23 in Sangli - but the weekend unfolded very differently.

First came reports of a postponement due to health issues in both families. Then the internet lit up with theories, as several women stepped forward sharing alleged chat exchanges with Palaash - fuelling whispers of a deeper rift. And then, Smriti herself has officially put the rumours to rest. On Sunday, the cricketer broke her silence and confirmed what many had suspected: the wedding had been called off....