KL Rahul and Athiya Welcome Baby Girl
The couple's love story began in 2019, and they tied the knot in 2023. Celebrities like Kiara Advani and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni have congratulated the couple on the arrival of their baby girl, and fans are eagerly waiting to see the first pictures of the newborn.
Indian cricketer KL Rahul and his wife Athiya Shetty have announced the arrival of their first child, a baby girl, on social media with a joint post, sparking congratulations from celebrities and fans alike.
The couple, who tied the knot in January 2023, had announced their pregnancy in November 2024, and Athiya had been sharing glimpses of her journey on social media, including a maternity shoot with her husband. KL Rahul had returned to Mumbai on Sunday after learning his wife was due to give birth, and he is expected to rejoin his Delhi Capitals team for their second IPL 2025 game on March 30.
Rahul had not been named in Delhi Capitals' playing XI for their IPL opener against Lucknow Super Giants, sparking speculation over the imminent birth of his child. He had joined the team's camp in Visakhapatnam over the weekend but was practicing in Mumbai instead of playing. The exact date of Rahul's return to the team is unclear, but he is expected to rejoin soon.
KL Rahul had a successful stint as the captain of Lucknow Super Giants from 2022 to 2024 and was signed by Delhi Capitals for Rs. 14 crore at the 2025 IPL Mega Auction. He also played a crucial role in India's 2025 Champions Trophy win, scoring 140 runs in four matches with an average of 140.
The arrival of their baby girl marks a new chapter in the lives of KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty, and the couple has been receiving congratulations and best wishes from friends, family, and fans on social media.