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Who is Sania Mirza: Biography,Net Worth & more

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Robert Clark

Updated on January 05, 2026

Sania Mirza is an Indian former professional tennis player. She rose through the ranks to become a doubles world No. 1, while winning six major titles – three in women’s doubles and three in mixed doubles. Over the course of a decade from 2003 to her retirement from singles in 2013, she was ranked No. 1 Indian in singles by the Women’s Tennis Association.

Who is Sania Mirza?

Sania Mirza is one of two daughters birthed to Imran Mirza and Naseema Mirza both of whom are Hyderabadi Muslims. She was born on November 15, 1986 in Mumbai, India. Her father was sports journalist whereas her mother worked in a printing business. She grew up with her younger sister Anam.

Mirza developed interest in tennis at the age of 6. Her passion for the game became evident same time and she coached by her father as well as Roger Anderson.

She schooled at Nasr School in Hyderabad before later graduating from the St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad. Mirza also received an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters from the Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute in Chennai on 11 December 2008.

Mirza turned professional in 2003 after picking up the sports at a young age of six. During her junior playing years, she won ten singles and thirteen doubles titles. She won the 2003 Wimbledon Championships girls’ doubles title, partnering Alisa Kleybanova.

Since turning professional in 2003 to her retirement in February 2023, Mirza has achieved a lot in the world of sports. She won six major titles – three in women’s doubles and three in mixed doubles.

She participated in tournaments in the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open. Her singles career record stands at 271-161 (62.7%) and her doubles record is 536-248 (68.4%).

Mirza made a name for herself as a former doubles world No. 1 and the most most known, highest-paid, and influential athletes in India. She managed a total of 43 career titles over the course of her 2 decades career in tennis.

What is Sania Mirza’s age, height and weight?

Sania Mirza was born on November 15, 1986 in Bombay, Maharashtra. India. She is currently 37 years old. She stands at 5 feet 8 inches tall (1.73 m) and weighs in at 57 kilograms (125.6 lbs).

What is Sania Mirza’s Nationality and Ethnicity?

Sania Mirza is an Indian national. Her ethnicity is unknown.

What is Sania Mirza’s profession?

Sania Mirza is a former professional tennis player.

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What is Sania Mirza’s current world ranking?

Sania Mirza’s current world ranking is No. 35 as of March 20, 2023. She is however retired from professional tennis.

Who are Sania Mirza’s Parents?

Sania Mirza’s parents are Imran Mirza and Nasima Mirza.

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Does Sania Mirza have siblings?

Sania Mirza has one sibling, a sister by name Anam Mirza.

Who is Sania Mirza married to?

Sania Mirza has been married to her husband Shoaib Malik. The couple tied the knot on April 12, 2010 in a traditional Hyderabadi Muslim wedding ceremony at the Taj Krishna Hotel in Hyderabad, India followed by Pakistani wedding customs for a mahr of ₹ 6.1 million (US$137,500).

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Does Sania Mirza have children?

Sania Mirza has only child with her husband Shoaib Malik. The couple had their child, a son called Izhaan Mirza Malik in October 2018.

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What is Sania Mirza’s Net Worth?

According to CA knowledge, Indian former professional tennis player Sania Mirza has amassed a net worth estimated at US$26 million as of 2023.