Kuldeep Yadav all set to marry his childhood friend in Mussoorie post winning T20 World Cup; Check details

Kuldeep Yadav, the Indian cricketer, played a crucial role in the team's 96-run victory over New Zealand in the Men's T20 World Cup final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. Following their championship win, the left-arm unorthodox spinner is preparing for the next chapter of his life. Reports indicate that Yadav is set to marry his childhood friend and fiancée, Vanshika, this week.

Kuldeep Yadav was thrilled to be selected for the Indian team at the 2026 T20 tournament. Despite limited opportunities to showcase his bowling skills, he proved his worth whenever he played, contributing to the team's world championship victory on March 8, 2026. Now, following his professional success, the cricketer is turning his attention to his personal life.

Kuldeep to marry soon

According to India Today, Yadav is set to marry Vanshika on March 14, 2026, at a resort in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. The couple, both hailing from Kanpur, will kick off their pre-wedding celebrations with an intimate Haldi and Mehendi ceremony on March 13, attended by family and close friends. The main wedding event will also be a private affair.

Kapil Pandey, Kuldeep’s coach since 2003, confirmed the news, stating, “Yes, we are going to Mussoorie on March 12. The next day is the haldi and other pre-wedding ceremonies. The wedding will be solemnised on March 14, while the reception will be held on March 17 at Hotel Centrum in Lucknow.

Details about Kuldeep’s marriage

Following the wedding, a grand reception is planned for March 17, 2026, at Hotel Centrum in Lucknow. The event is expected to host several dignitaries from the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association. Current and former Indian cricketers are also anticipated to attend the reception.

Originally, the wedding was scheduled for November 2025, but it was postponed due to Kuldeep's selection for India's T20 World Cup squad. The couple, who got engaged on June 4, 2025, in Lucknow, are now preparing for their wedding in March 2026.

Kuldeep’s note on India’s victory

Kuldeep celebrated Team India's T20 World Cup 2026 final win against New Zealand, calling it an "important victory". He also shared his happiness for Indian opener Sanju Samson's recent achievements.

"It was an important victory. The tournament for us went very well, and we were preparing for this for a very long time. This is what you play cricket for. Every time you participate in an ICC tournament, you want to win the trophy. I congratulate the team and also thank the fans for supporting us. I am very happy for Sanju Samson, who performed very well. I have shared my cricketing journey with him since the Under-12s, and I am very happy to see him get the rewards of his hard work over the years.