Bollywood actress Malaika Arora made headlines after being spotted in the Rajasthan Royals (RR) dugout alongside Kumar Sangakkara during the IPL 2025 match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Guwahati’s Baraspara Cricket Stadium. Dressed in an RR jersey, Malaika’s presence in the dugout has left fans speculating about her connection to the team.
A viral video of Malaika enjoying the match with Sangakkara, RR’s director of cricket and former head coach, has fueled curiosity on social media. Some fans humorously questioned whether she was serving as the team’s “fashion coach,” while others speculated about her relationship with Sangakkara. The actress’s appearance comes amid reports of her breakup with actor Arjun Kapoor, adding to the intrigue surrounding her presence at the game.
Despite the buzz, sources close to Malaika have dismissed any romantic links between her and Sangakkara, emphasizing that their seating arrangement was purely coincidental. Sangakkara, a cricketing legend, has been happily married for decades and continues to play a pivotal role in RR’s management.
The match itself saw Rajasthan Royals secure their first win of the season, defeating CSK by six runs. Nitish Rana’s explosive 81-run knock and Wanindu Hasaranga’s four-wicket haul were instrumental in RR’s victory, with Sandeep Sharma defending 19 runs in the final over.
