• Athiya Shetty's Instagram story captured the joy of KL Rahul’s ‘Poster boy’ moment ahead of the ENG vs IND Test clash.

  • Rahul is set to play the crucial ENG vs IND Test series after a stellar IPL 2025 season.

Athiya Shetty celebrates KL Rahul’s iconic poster moment ahead of England vs India Test series
Athiya Shetty shares adorable story over social media celebrating KL Rahul’s iconic poster moment ahead of ENG vs IND Test series (Image series: X)

Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty recently shared a heartfelt moment of pride on Instagram, capturing a giant poster of her husband, Indian cricket star KL Rahul, displayed prominently on the window of a Paul & Shark store in the UK. This sweet gesture comes as the couple, who welcomed their baby girl in March 2025, support each other through Rahul’s busy cricket schedule, with the star currently in England for the much-anticipated England vs India Test series.

Athiya Shetty’s loving tribute to husband KL Rahul

Athiya’s Instagram story revealed her excitement and admiration as she snapped a picture of Rahul’s promotional poster for Paul & Shark, an iconic Italian luxury brand. Rahul was named the brand’s first-ever global ambassador from India, a significant milestone that highlights his growing influence beyond cricket. Athiya’s story, captioned with a simple “Hi” and a pretty emoji, radiated pride and affection, showing how she cherishes her husband’s achievements both on and off the field.

This collaboration, officially launched in May 2025, symbolizes a perfect blend of elegance, performance, and style—qualities that Rahul embodies as a sportsman and a public figure. The poster’s presence in a premium UK store not only marks Rahul’s rising global stature but also reflects the expanding footprint of Indian sports personalities in international luxury branding.

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Rahul ready to shine in England

On the cricket front, Rahul is in excellent form, having impressed with his stylish and effective batting across formats. His recent performances, including a superb 167 runs in two innings during an unofficial Test for India A against the England Lions, have set high expectations for his role in the upcoming five-match Test series starting June 20, 2025, at Headingley, Leeds.

Rahul’s consistent run-scoring ability makes him a key player in India’s batting lineup, and fans are eager to see him build on his momentum. The series against England is crucial, and Rahul’s blend of elegance and grit will be vital for India’s success. Meanwhile, Athiya continues to be his biggest cheerleader, balancing family life with the excitement of supporting her husband’s cricketing journey from afar.

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