Singer Palash Muchhal Proposes Cricketer Smriti Mandhana
Mumbai – In a moment blending romance and cricket’s triumphant legacy, popular singer Palash Muchhal orchestrated a surprise proposal to Indian women’s cricket sensation Smriti Mandhana right on the hallowed turf of DY Patil Stadium, the site of India’s recent Women’s World Cup victory.
The heartfelt gesture unfolded at the Mumbai venue where India clinched the title against South Africa earlier this month. A video posted by Muchhal captures the intimate scene: He gently escorts a blindfolded Mandhana to the pitch’s center before she unveils the surprise—Muchhal kneeling with a ring in hand. Overjoyed and visibly moved, the cricketer accepts, sealing their engagement amid cheers from arriving friends and family.
“She said yes,” Muchhal captioned the clip on Instagram, his words underscoring the couple’s joy.
The celebration quickly swelled as loved ones, including Muchhal’s singer sister Palak Muchhal, converged on the field to join the festivities. The pair, who have nurtured a low-key yet steadfast relationship while championing each other’s professional paths, plan to wed this Sunday, November 23.
Their engagement news rippled swiftly across social media, with Mandhana sharing a lighthearted reel featuring World Cup-winning teammates like Jemimah Rodrigues and Radha Yadav. The video showcases the opener proudly displaying her new ring, delighting fans with its playful vibe.
Adding to the well-wishes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a gracious letter of congratulations to the duo on Thursday, as reported by India Today.
Muchhal had been a steadfast supporter in the stands during India’s World Cup final showdown with South Africa, embodying the personal stakes intertwined with Mandhana’s on-field heroics. The timing of her nuptials mirrors the precision of her elegant cover drives, arriving at a career pinnacle.
As Harmanpreet Kaur’s deputy, Mandhana anchored India’s batting lineup, amassing a tournament-high 434 runs across nine innings to etch her name as the top Indian scorer in a single Women’s World Cup edition. Her standout performance included a crucial century against New Zealand in a pivotal league match, propelling the team forward. She concluded as the event’s second-leading run-getter, trailing only South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt.
The year prior, Mandhana made history as the inaugural Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper to secure the Women’s Premier League crown, further cementing her statu