• Fans speculate Malaika Arora dating Kumar Sangakkara after break up with Arjun Kapoor.

  • Malaika was recently spotted in the RR dugout alongside Kumar Sangakkara.

‘Are they dating?’: Fans react after spotting Bollywood diva Malaika Arora besides Kumar Sangakkara in RR’s dugout – IPL 2025
Fans react after spotting Bollywood diva Malaika Arora besides Kumar Sangakkara in RR's dugout (PC: X)

Bollywood’s glamour and cricket’s excitement collided during the IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Guwahati’s Baraspara Cricket Stadium, sparking widespread speculation online.

Malaika Arora, the Bollywood diva known for her striking presence, was spotted in the RR dugout alongside Kumar Sangakkara, the Sri Lankan cricket legend and RR’s Director of Cricket. This unexpected pairing has ignited rumours and curiosity among fans.

Malaika Arora dons the Rajasthan Royals’ jersey

Malaika was seen wearing a Rajasthan Royals jersey, blending seamlessly into the cricketing environment. Sitting beside Sangakkara, who previously served as RR’s head coach before being replaced by Rahul Dravid this season, her appearance raised eyebrows.

Malaika Arora sports Rajasthan Royals' jersey at the IPL 2025

The viral pictures of the duo quickly spread across social media, with fans speculating about their relationship.

Netizens ask ‘Is Malaika Arora dating Kumar Sangakkara?’

Some humorously asked if Malaika had taken on the role of a “fashion coach” for the Royals, while others suggested a potential romantic connection between the two.

The timing of Malaika’s appearance added fuel to the fire. It comes amid reports of her breakup with actor Arjun Kapoor. While Arjun has publicly stated he is single, Malaika has remained silent about their alleged split, leaving room for speculation. Fans were quick to connect dots, wondering if her presence with Sangakkara hinted at something more than camaraderie.

The match itself was a thrilling affair. Rajasthan Royals posted a strong total of 182 for 9, led by Nitish Rana’s explosive knock of 81 runs. CSK fought back valiantly but fell short by six runs, finishing at 176 for 6 despite Ruturaj Gaikwad’s resilient 63-run effort. RR’s victory was bolstered by Wanindu Hasaranga’s four-wicket haul and Sandeep Sharma’s composed bowling in the final over, where he defended 19 runs to secure their first win of the season after losing their opening two matches.

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While cricket fans celebrated RR’s victory, social media remained abuzz with discussions about Malaika and Sangakkara. Tweets ranged from playful remarks to serious speculation. One user commented humorously, “Malaika Arora dating Sangakkara? Now that’s a leap!”

Another questioned her presence in the dugout: “Why is Malaika sitting with Sangakkara in RR’s dugout?”

Neither Malaika nor Sangakkara has addressed the rumours publicly, leaving fans to wonder about their connection. Whether it was merely a shared love for cricket or something more remains unclear. However, their appearance together has added an intriguing subplot to IPL 2025.

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