In a recent development, former world champion boxer Saweety Boora has publicly accused her husband, kabaddi player Deepak Niwas Hooda, of having an interest in men. This allegation adds a new dimension to their ongoing marital discord, which has already seen accusations of dowry harassment and domestic abuse
The couple, who married in 2022, have been embroiled in a contentious divorce process. Boora had previously filed a complaint against Hooda, alleging assault and dowry demands. In response, Hooda accused Boora and her family of attempting to seize his property and assaulting him during a counseling session at a police station in Hisar, Haryana. Boxer
A video that surfaced recently shows Boora physically assaulting Hooda inside the women’s police station in Hisar during a counseling session on March 15. The footage depicts Boora grabbing Hooda by the throat, leading to police intervention.
Boora has claimed that the video was edited to exclude parts where Hooda was verbally abusing her and where she suffered a panic attack. Boxer
She has accused the Hisar superintendent of police of bias towards Hooda and of allowing the edited video to be made public.
In a recent statement, Boora alleged that Hooda has an interest in men, claiming to have seen videos supporting her accusation. She expressed her shock and stated her intention to present evidence in court.
Hooda, a former captain of the Indian kabaddi team and an Arjuna awardee, has denied Boora’s allegations and has filed a counter-complaint accusing Boora and her family of assault and intimidation. Boxer
The escalating dispute has drawn significant media attention, with both athletes making serious allegations against each other. The case is currently under investigation, and further developments are awaited.