Kuldeep Yadav gets engaged, introduces fiancée Vanshika at private ceremony

Team India's star spinner Kuldeep Yadav surprised his fans with the heartwarming announcement of his engagement on Wednesday. According to media reports, the cricketer got engaged to his childhood sweetheart, Vanshika, in a private ceremony held in Lucknow.
The couple hosted the occasion with an intimate celebration attended by close friends, family members, and a few familiar faces from the cricket fraternity. On Wednesday, photos and videos from the low-key engagement bash circulated on social media, showing the couple glowing with joy as they exchanged rings.
Yadav looked elegant in a cream-coloured, intricately embroidered sherwani, while Vanshika donned a vibrant orange lehenga. The ensemble was adorned with rich zardozi embroidery and delicate gold sequin detailing, intricate jaal work, brocade accents, and elegant gota patti embellishments. Her blouse featured a tailored fit with half sleeves.
Sharing a picture with the couple, Priya Saroj, Rinku Singh's fiancée and MP, wrote, 'A forever in the making — heartfelt congratulations to Kuldeep Bhaiya and Vanshika!'
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A forever in the making — heartfelt congratulations to Kuldeep Bhaiya and Vanshika! 💕 #kuldeepyadav pic.twitter.com/RdzBfqsK7b
— Priya Saroj (@PriyaSarojMP) June 4, 2025
According to a report in NDTV, Vanshika hails from Shyam Nagar in Lucknow and works with LIC, and shares a long-standing bond with Yadav that began in their early childhood. The couple's wedding, initially scheduled for June 29, has been postponed due to Yadav's upcoming tour of England.
The couple is now likely to tie the knot towards the end of the year, a TOI report stated.
Yadav had an impressive run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, representing Delhi Capitals as their star left-arm wrist spinner. He picked up 15 wickets in 14 matches, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 7.07.
A consistent performer for Team India across all formats, Yadav played key roles in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy, further cementing his place as a key figure in the national squad.

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