Pakistan's Hasan Ali began a new chapter of his life on Tuesday as he tied the knot with Samia Arzoo.

The ceremony was held at a seven-star hotel, with Hasan's close friend and teammate, Shadab Khan, as well as close friends and relatives in attendance.

Samia, originally from Hariana, India and Hasan had met a year ago through a close friend in Dubai.

"I told my brother that I wanted to marry her and the family had no issue,” Hasan said.

Samia has studied engineering from England, lived with her parents in Dubai, and works for a private airline. She has some family members in New Delhi as well.

The newlywed's mehndi on Monday was attended by Hasan's close friend and teammate, Shadab Khan, who was seen dancing with the cricketer's other friends.

According to Hasan, his valima, too, would be held in Dubai.