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KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty welcome baby girl, celebs shower love and blessings

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty welcomed a baby girl on March 24. Celebrities flooded their social media post with love and congratulations.

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Indian cricketer KL Rahul and actress Athiya Shetty have embraced parenthood with the birth of their baby girl on March 24. The couple shared the news with fans through a joint Instagram post featuring a simple baby emoji, sparking an outpouring of love from celebrities across the film industry.

Bollywood comes together to celebrate

The comments section of the announcement post was flooded with congratulatory messages from friends and well-wishers. Actress Aditi Rao Hydari commented, “Congratulations. Hugs and squishes,” while Athiya’s brother Ahan Shetty responded with a white heart emoji.

Parineeti Chopra, Vikrant Massey, Ileana D’Cruz, Karisma Kapoor, and Dia Mirza were among the many who extended their warm wishes. Arjun Kapoor and Dhanashree Verma also chimed in with “Congratulations guys.” Though Priyanka Chopra didn’t leave a comment, she liked the post.

Sonakshi Sinha wrote, “Omg yaay. Congratulations you two. So so lucky to have a little baby girl,” echoing the sentiments of Kriti Sanon and Sobhita Dhulipala, who also joined in the chorus of joy. Mom-to-be Kiara Advani reacted with a series of heart emojis, while Ananya Panday, Rhea Kapoor, Isabelle Kaif, Sania Mirza, and Neha Dhupia sent in their blessings as well.

A journey captured in frames

Just earlier this month, the couple shared tender moments from their pregnancy shoot. In one of the pictures, Athiya is seen displaying her baby bump with KL Rahul resting his head on her lap. Another monochrome image captured the couple walking together in a serene outdoor setting.

A family’s heartfelt joy

Athiya’s father, veteran actor Suniel Shetty, had earlier spoken about the family’s anticipation during a podcast conversation with Chanda Kochhar. “Right now, it’s probably all about the grandchild. There’s no other conversation, and we don’t want any other conversation,” he had shared with a smile.

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty tied the knot on January 23, 2023, in an intimate ceremony held at Suniel Shetty’s farmhouse in Khandala. The couple had announced their pregnancy in November 2024, sharing their happiness with fans in a sweet social media post.

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IPL 2026 playoff race heats up as Sunrisers Hyderabad lead qualification odds at 75%

Sunrisers Hyderabad lead the IPL 2026 playoff race with the highest qualification probability, while Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings remain locked in a close contest for the final spot.

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The IPL 2026 playoff race has intensified further, with the latest qualification projections showing a clear edge for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while the battle for the final knockout spot remains wide open among multiple contenders.

According to updated playoff probability estimates following recent matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad hold the strongest position among all teams still in contention, with a 75% chance of qualifying for the top four. Their consistent performances have kept them comfortably ahead in the mid-table scramble.

At the same time, the race behind them has become increasingly tight, with several teams separated only by small percentage margins and net run rate factors beginning to play a decisive role.

CSK, RR and PBKS in close fight for fourth spot

The most competitive battle is currently for the fourth playoff position, where three major franchises remain in contention.

Chennai Super Kings are placed at around 35.5% qualification probability, keeping their campaign alive but under pressure after inconsistent results in recent matches.

Close behind them are Rajasthan Royals, who continue to hover in a similar range with nearly identical chances, making every remaining fixture crucial for their campaign.

Meanwhile, Punjab Kings have seen their prospects weaken further, slipping to around 31% despite still being in the playoff mix. Their position in the points table remains vulnerable as they struggle to build momentum in the final stretch of the league stage.

Other contenders and overall standings

Elsewhere, teams like Gujarat Titans continue to maintain a strong hold on qualification scenarios with a high probability of finishing in the top four, despite occasional setbacks.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have already secured qualification status, strengthening their position at the top end of the table.

The mid-table remains highly competitive, while Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders continue to fight mathematically but face tougher paths due to lower probabilities and net run rate challenges.

What the numbers mean going forward

With only a few league matches remaining, the playoff cutoff is expected to settle around the 16-point mark, making every remaining fixture critical. Net run rate is also likely to become a key deciding factor if multiple teams finish on similar points.

Sunrisers Hyderabad remain in the strongest position, while the battle between Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings is expected to go down to the final set of league matches.

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IPL 2026 playoff race tightens as RCB and CSK feature in key qualification projections

RCB and CSK feature in updated IPL 2026 playoff qualification projections, with Bengaluru at 92.6% and Chennai at 41.7% as the race tightens.

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The IPL 2026 playoff race is intensifying as teams move deeper into the league stage, with qualification scenarios highlighting a closely contested battle for the top four spots.

According to recent playoff probability projections reported in media coverage, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) currently hold a strong position with a 92.6% chance of qualifying for the playoffs. Their consistent performances have placed them among the leading contenders for a top-four finish.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), meanwhile, remain in the mix but face a more challenging path ahead. Their qualification probability stands at 41.7%, meaning the five-time champions will need strong results in their remaining fixtures to stay in contention.

The updated projections underline how competitive the tournament has become, with small changes in form significantly impacting playoff chances at this stage of the league.

While only select team probabilities have been highlighted in the available data, the overall playoff race remains open, with several teams still competing for the remaining qualification spots as the league phase progresses.

The coming matches are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the final top four standings for IPL 2026.

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Who is Sahil Parakh? Teenager makes IPL debut for Delhi Capitals vs RCB

Sahil Parakh, an 18-year-old batter from Maharashtra, made his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals against RCB in IPL 2026.

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Sahil Parakh, an emerging batter from Maharashtra, made his Indian Premier League debut for Delhi Capitals during their 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

The 18-year-old was handed his maiden cap as the franchise made changes to its playing XI, looking to test fresh talent in a crucial stage of the tournament.

Opens innings alongside KL Rahul

Parakh was included as an opening batter and partnered experienced wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul at the top. The move reflected Delhi Capitals’ intent to experiment with their batting combination and give exposure to young players in high-pressure games.

Short stay at the crease

The debut outing did not last long for the youngster, as he was dismissed early in the innings. Despite the brief appearance, the opportunity marked an important milestone in his career.

Promising name from domestic circuit

Parakh is a left-handed batter who has impressed in age-group and domestic cricket, earning attention for his performances at the state level. His selection in the Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2026 underlines the franchise’s focus on nurturing young talent for the future.

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