Following their thrilling one-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants on Monday in Vishakhapatnam, the Delhi Capitals’ squad congratulated KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty on the birth of their baby girl with a heartwarming gesture in the dressing room. A video shared by the franchise on social media showed the players and support staff enthusiastically congratulating Rahul.
The Karnataka-born cricketer had flown to Mumbai earlier that day, missing Delhi Capitals’ opening match of IPL 2025. During the game, it was revealed that Rahul’s wife, Athiya Shetty, had welcomed their baby girl, with the announcement made through her Instagram account.
DC camp congratulates KL Rahul, Athiya Shetty
Following their wishes, KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty expressed their gratitude towards the whole DC camp through their social media accounts.
Our family extends, our family celebrates
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 25, 2025pic.twitter.com/lqX9g2x2wU
KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty joyfully announced the arrival of their baby girl on Monday, March 24, 2025. The Bollywood actress shared the news through an Instagram post, featuring an image of two swans accompanied by the heartfelt message, “Blessed with a baby girl.” The couple, who tied the knot in January 2023, had revealed their pregnancy in November 2024.
The birth of his daughter adds another special moment to KL Rahul’s remarkable year. The Team India wicketkeeper-batter has already had a stellar start to 2025, playing a pivotal role in the middle order during India’s victorious ICC Champions Trophy campaign. Following this joyous occasion, Rahul is set to rejoin the Delhi Capitals squad for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season, bringing renewed energy and optimism to his game.
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