Indian National Cricket Team wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav’s wedding celebration was all about love, respect, and pure tradition, and one beautiful moment stole the entire show, featuring Ravindra Jadeja and his wife, Rivaba Jadeja.
Kuldeep Yadav has started a brand-new innings in life as he married his childhood friend, Vanshika Chadha, in Mussoorie on March 14. But it was the grand reception in Lucknow that truly caught everyone’s attention. Big names from cricket and politics came to bless the newlywed couple, and the clips from the reception night went viral across the globe.
Kuldeep Yadav’s wedding reception turns into grand celebration of Love and Tradition
The reception took place at The Centrum in Lucknow on March 17 and turned into a star-studded event. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, and India head coach Gautam Gambhir were among the big names seen at the function.
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Many cricketers, including Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shikhar Dhawan, also joined the celebration. But one moment touched fans the most. Ravindra Jadeja reached the reception with his wife, Rivaba, and their gesture won the hearts online.
Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika touch Jadeja-Rivaba’s feet
As the couple came on stage to greet the newlyweds, Kuldeep and Vanshika welcomed them warmly. Jadeja and Rivaba handed over a bouquet and congratulated the couple. Then came a pure Indian traditional scene that people cannot stop talking about across the social media platform.
Kuldeep and Vanshika bent down to touch the feet of Jadeja and Rivaba and took their blessings. It was a simple act, but it showed respect, humility, and strong family values. Fans especially loved the way Kuldeep and his wife did not just seek blessings from his senior teammate but also from Rivaba, making the moment even more special.
That warm gesture went viral across social media. Kuldeep may trouble batters with spin on the field, but this time he bowled fans over with his simplicity.
Rivaba Jadeja’s heartwarming stage moment wins heart
However, it was Rivaba’s gesture to bless the Indian spinner and his wife; it melted millions of hearts online. Rivaba warded off the evil eye from Kuldeep and bestowed her blessings upon him. She also hugged Kuldeep’s wife while Jadeja also warmly congratulated the newlyweds.
Kuldeep Yadav touched the feet of Rivaba and Ravindra Jadeja.
The way Rivaba blessed Kuldeep was heartwarming 🤌❤️ pic.twitter.com/FGwsl6nH1r
— Tejash (@Tejashyyyyy) March 18, 2026
Meanwhile, Kuldeep Yadav was recently part of the Indian team that made history by becoming the first side to defend the T20 World Cup title successfully. He did not get many chances in the tournament, but he still made his mark in the one match he played.
The left-arm spinner bowled a tight spell against Pakistan and helped India register a big win in Colombo. Now Kuldeep will shift his focus to the IPL 2026, where he will return to action for the Delhi Capitals. They will kick off their campaign against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 1.
