Kuldeep Yadav, the 30-year-old Indian left-arm wrist-spinner, recently got engaged to his childhood friend Vanshika in a private ceremony in Lucknow.
The intimate event was attended by close family, friends, and several cricketers from Uttar Pradesh, highlighting the couple's deep-rooted bond that dates back to their early years in Kanpur.
“Kuldeep, who has long maintained a private personal life, reportedly shares a strong bond with Vanshika,” sources close to the cricketer said.
Vanshika, who works with LIC and hails from Shyam Nagar in Lucknow, will join Kuldeep in celebrating their formal wedding reception after India's upcoming Test tour of England.
On the cricketing front, Kuldeep has been a reliable performer since his India debut in 2017, especially in ODIs where he has claimed over 180 wickets.
In the IPL 2025 season, representing Delhi Capitals, he took 15 wickets in 14 matches with an economy rate of 7.08 and a bowling average of 24.07.
“Kuldeep Yadav is regarded as a potential replacement for Ashwin in the Test setup,” making his role crucial as India looks to fill the void left by the carrom ball specialist.
The upcoming Test tour of England will be a significant phase for Kuldeep both professionally and personally, as he balances his cricketing ambitions with wedding celebrations.
This blend of personal milestones and professional challenges marks an exciting chapter in Kuldeep Yadav's life.
Kuldeep Yadav, the Indian left-arm wrist-spinner, recently got engaged to his childhood friend Vanshika in Lucknow. The couple plans to host a formal wedding reception after India's upcoming Test tour of England. Yadav, a key player for Delhi Capitals, is seen as a potential Ashwin replacement in Tests.
