In a heartwarming display of support and affection, Athiya Shetty, the wife of Indian cricketer KL Rahul and soon-to-be mother, showered love on her husband after India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. India secured a nail-biting four-wicket win, clinching their third Champions Trophy title, and Rahul played a pivotal role in the team’s success.
India’s historic win against New Zealand
India’s win was marked by a tense run chase, with the team overcoming several anxious moments to achieve the target of 252 set by New Zealand. Rohit Sharma led the charge with a crucial 76 runs, while Rahul remained unbeaten on 34, guiding India to a historic victory. The match concluded with India winning by four wickets and six balls to spare, showcasing their resilience and skill under pressure.
Rahul’s contribution was instrumental in stabilizing India’s innings during a critical phase. Despite admitting to feeling immense pressure, he demonstrated remarkable composure, helping India cross the finish line. In a candid post-match interview, Rahul humorously revealed his nerves, saying, “I don’t think I can say this on camera, but I was sh***ing myself at the end,” highlighting the intensity of the situation.
Athiya Shetty’s Instagram story
Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty, who is expecting her first child with Rahul, has been a constant source of support for her husband throughout his cricketing career. Following India’s victory, she took to Instagram to express her pride and love for Rahul. Her heartfelt message reflected the joy and relief that comes with such a significant win, not just for the team but also for the families of the players.
Fans and teammates too praised Rahul’s performance, acknowledging his ability to remain calm under pressure.
Also READ: From Rachin Ravindra to Rohit Sharma – List of award winners at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Ceremony
Two innings that didn’t need a century tag to be called iconic! 🔥
From the winning six in Semis to anchoring India to glory in Finals, thank you, @klrahul, for these clutch knocks! 💙#ChampionsTrophyOnJioStar #INDvNZ #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/8CjOlkj2v0
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 10, 2025
In the post-match interview, skipper Rohit highlighted Rahul’s solid mindset and his role in allowing other players to perform freely.
“KL Rahul has a solid mind, that is why we wanted to have him in the middle phase and finish the game,” said Rohit.
Also WATCH: Mayanti Langer blushes after Sunil Gavaskar’s dance following India’s Champions Trophy 2025 win
