Manpreet Singh is annoying but lovable, says fiancee Illi Saddique

Illi, a Malaysian citizen, and Manpreet have been apart from each other throughout the Coronavirus-caused lockdown.

India hockey captain Manpreet Singh's fiancee Illi Saddique posted a picture on her Twitter handle on Friday, wishing him on his 28th birthday.

Illi, a Malaysian citizen, and Manpreet, have been apart from each other throughout the Coronavirus-caused lockdown, but it only goes to show that distance has made their hearts grow fonder. "Happy Birthday to the most annoying person in my life @manpreetpawar07! So beyond blessed to laugh with you, cry with you, love you, go on adventures with you and live this magical life with you. You make life joy filled! I'm truly blessed to have you in my life boo," Illi, 27, wrote alongside her post.

The couple have been in a relationship for over eight years, but have mutually agreed that marriage will have to wait as Manpreet's sole focus for the moment is his commitment towards Indian hockey.

Catch up on all the latest sports news and updates here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates.

Mid-Day is now on Telegram. Click here to join our channel (@middayinfomedialtd) and stay updated with the latest news

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!