Former Australian captain Michael Clarke married Kyly Clarke back in 2012. But now both of them have decided to separate from each other by consent. Actually, the news is now public, but Clarke had separated from his wife a few months ago and both were living separately.
Everyone is shocked by the separation of this couple because a year ago, Clarke’s wife Kyly in front of the media claimed that her and Clarke’s marriage has become stronger over time.
We request privacy: Michael Clarke and Kyly Clarke
However, both of them released the statement informing about their separation.
Also, they have requested some privacy so that they can manage this disheartening phase of their life.
“After living apart for some time, we have made the difficult decision to separate as a couple, amicably. With the greatest of respect for each other, we’ve come to the mutual conclusion that this is the best course for us to take while committed to the co-parenting of our daughter,” the statement read.
“We’d like to acknowledge the wonderful support we’ve had from family and friends, and at this time request privacy so that we can manage this next stage of our lives,” they said in the statement.
The Australian media revealed that the pair negotiated a financial settlement without going through the courts and setting them in a co-parenting system.
Michael was earlier engaged to model Lara Bingle before the two separated in 2010.
Australian cricket team explosive batsman Michael had led his country to victory in the World Cup 2015.
Talking about the statistics, Clarke scored 8643 runs in 115 Tests, 7981 runs in 245 ODIs and 488 runs in 34 T20 matches.
During this time Clarke scored a total of 36 centuries in international cricket. Clarke has been counted among the best batsmen of his time. Presently, he is serving as a commentator.