Smriti Mandhana Says ‘Yes’: A Cinematic Proposal on the Pitch
It has been a month of triumphs for Indian cricket sensation Smriti Mandhana. Just weeks after lifting the World Cup trophy, the star opener has scored another massive win—this time in her personal life. In a gesture straight out of a romantic movie, singer and composer Palash Muchhal proposed to Mandhana at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai, the very venue where she recently celebrated India’s historic victory.
The news of the Smriti Mandhana engagement broke the internet after Palash shared a heartwarming video of the special moment. The clip captures a blindfolded Smriti being gently guided to the center of the cricket pitch. As she removes the blindfold, she is stunned to find her long-time partner down on one knee, ring in hand. Overwhelmed with emotion, the cricketer accepted the proposal while friends and family, including Palash’s sister Palak Muchhal, rushed onto the field to celebrate.
A Wedding on the Horizon
The timing couldn't be more perfect. The couple is reportedly set to get married this coming Sunday, November 23. Their relationship has been steady for years, though they have largely kept it out of the spotlight until now. The union has already garnered high-profile attention, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi sending a congratulatory letter to the pair on Thursday.
Mandhana confirmed the happy news to her followers with her signature charm. She posted a fun Instagram reel featuring her World Cup-winning teammates, including Jemimah Rodrigues and Radha Yadav, where she proudly displayed her new engagement ring.
A Golden Year for Mandhana
Smriti is currently enjoying the peak of her career. She played a pivotal role in India’s recent World Cup campaign, acting as deputy to captain Harmanpreet Kaur. Mandhana was a force to be reckoned with, finishing as the tournament's second-highest run-scorer with a record-breaking 434 runs in nine innings. Her performance included a crucial century against New Zealand that kept India’s title hopes alive.
From conquering the cricket field to starting a new chapter with Palash Muchhal, 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for India’s favorite left-handed batter.
