Good News! KL Rahul, Athiya Shetty Blessed With Baby Girl

Rajgeeta Yadav

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty blessed with babygirl [Source: @cricket93418432/X.com]KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty blessed with babygirl [Source: @cricket93418432/X.com]

India star wicket-keeper batter KL Rahul and Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty have been blessed with baby girl. The couple shared the happy news on their Instagram handles on Monday, March 24, simply writing, “Blessed with a baby girl, Athiya and Rahul.”

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty had earlier announced their pregnancy on November 8, 2024, revealing that they were expecting their first child in 2025. Now, just a few months later, they are celebrating the arrival of their little one.

KL Rahul Missed Delhi Capitals’ Match

On the cricket front, KL Rahul is currently part of the Delhi Capitals (DC) squad in the IPL. However, he missed the DC vs LSG match on March 24, the same day the couple announced their baby’s birth.

Although Rahul had joined his team, he left for Mumbai on Sunday night after getting the news that Athiya could go into labor anytime. A family friend confirmed, 

“He has returned home to be with his wife as the baby was expected any time. But he will definitely be available for the next match.”

KL Rahul is expected to return to the Delhi Capitals squad for their next match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 30.

Meanwhile, KL Rahul has been in top form lately. He played a key role in India’s Champions Trophy victory in Dubai. However, he hasn’t been part of India’s T20I squad for a while. During the Champions Trophy, Rahul expressed his desire to make a comeback in the T20I team.