7 Cricketers who married in wealthy families

In some cases, cricketers marry into families that are already influential, either hailing from royal, business, political, or film families.

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2. KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty:

KL Rahul married into a wealthy family; he is married to Athiya Shetty
Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul. (Photo Source: Athiya Shetty)

Indian cricketer KL Rahul and Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty tied the knot in a private ceremony on January 23, 2023, at actor Suniel Shetty’s lavish Khandala farmhouse. Athiya, daughter of actor and entrepreneur Suniel, belongs to a prominent film family. Her father is one of Bollywood’s most iconic and wealthiest stars, while her mother, Mana Shetty, is a successful businesswoman. Athiya debuted in Hero (2015) and appeared in a few films before stepping away from acting.

Meanwhile, Rahul currently featuring in India's Test series against England, began dating Athiya in 2019. They made their relationship official in 2021. In November 2024, the couple announced they were expecting their first child. On March 24, 2025, they welcomed a baby girl named Evaarah Vipula Rahul. Athiya revealed that Evaarah means gift of God, while Vipula honours her maternal grandmother. The name was shared on Rahul’s 32nd birthday.

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