In a star-studded affair that blended cricket royalty with political prominence, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath attended the wedding reception of T20 World Cup winner Kuldeep Yadav in Lucknow. The event on Tuesday celebrated the union of the chinaman wizard and his long-time friend Vanshika Singh, drawing widespread attention.
Posting on X, Yogi shared images from the ‘preetibhoj’ ceremony, noting his joy in blessing the duo. This high-profile visit highlighted Kuldeep’s rising stature beyond the cricket field.
Kuldeep and Vanshika’s journey to the altar was a tale of patience and timing. Hailing from Kanpur, they were childhood companions. Their engagement in Lucknow last June was a low-key affair, but wedding plans shifted from November 2024 to March 2025 amid Kuldeep’s T20 commitments. The intimate Mussoorie wedding set the stage for Lucknow’s grandeur.
Over 900 invitees filled the venue, secured tightly for guests like Gautam Gambhir, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shikhar Dhawan, and Ravindra Jadeja. Vanshika’s global education in Australia adds an international flavor to their story.
Kuldeep’s IPL and international form has been electric, especially his economical spell against Pakistan in the World Cup. Since his 2017 debut, the left-arm spinner has dismantled batting line-ups: 76 Test wickets, 194 in ODIs, and 95 in T20Is. This reception marks not just a personal milestone but a nod to his contributions to Indian cricket’s golden era.