Watch: Gautam Gambhir greets newlywed Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Chadha at grand Lucknow reception

India’s star left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav hosted a lavish wedding reception in Lucknow after tying the knot with his childhood friend Vanshika Singh earlier this month. The grand celebration brought together leading figures from the worlds of cricket and politics, making it one of the most talked-about social gatherings in the city.

The reception took place at the Centrum Hotel in Lucknow, where hundreds of guests arrived to congratulate the newly married couple. A special moment from the evening came when India head coach Gautam Gambhir warmly greeted the spinner and his wife, drawing attention from fans and guests present at the event.

The wrist spinner had married Vanshika in an intimate ceremony held on March 14 in Mussoorie, with only family members and close friends in attendance. The Lucknow reception was organised to celebrate the occasion with a larger gathering of well-wishers.

The Team India head coach shares a warm moment with his star spinner as wedding festivities continue

One of the highlights of the reception was the arrival of several prominent figures from Indian cricket. The national team’s head coach greeted the couple and shared a few light moments with the left-arm spinner, who has been a key part of India’s bowling attack across formats. The newlyweds made a stylish entry at the venue in a 1960 vintage Rolls-Royce car, specially brought from Delhi for the occasion.

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The unique arrival added a touch of elegance to the evening and impressed many guests. For the reception, the Indian cricketer wore a black bandhgala suit, while the bride opted for a cream-coloured traditional saree, completing the regal look for the grand celebration.

Former teammates and VIP guests join the celebrations in Lucknow to bless the World Cup winner

The reception witnessed the presence of several well-known cricketers, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shikhar Dhawan, and Ravindra Jadeja, who attended the event along with their families. Former teammates and close friends also gathered to congratulate the couple.

Several political leaders were also present at the ceremony. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the reception and offered his blessings to the newly married pair. Reports also suggested that Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav was among the notable guests.

More than 900 guests reportedly attended the reception, with special arrangements including chartered flights and enhanced security to manage the large gathering. The celebration marked the final event in the wedding festivities of the World Cup-winning spinner, who now begins a new chapter in his personal life while continuing his journey as one of India’s leading bowlers.