India Test captain Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh were blessed with a baby boy on Friday, November 15. This joyous occasion adds a new chapter to the couple’s life, who are already parents to their daughter, Samaira, born in 2018. While Rohit has not yet officially announced the news, fans and well-wishers have been pouring in their congratulations.

Rohit Sharma and Ritika have been blessed with a baby boy. 👦

– Many congratulations to them! 🥺❤️ pic.twitter.com/2zergbSj2u

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 15, 2024

The junior hitman has arrived…❤️

Rohit Sharma & Ritika blessed with baby boy.#RohitSharma𓃵 #RohitSharma#RohithSharma #JuniorHitman pic.twitter.com/0Td5te1EQ0

— it’s cinema (@its__cinema) November 15, 2024

Rohit had taken a paternity break to be with Ritika for the birth of their son, missing key practice sessions with the Indian team currently in Australia for the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite his absence, the Indian captain has been ensuring he stays in peak form. He was recently seen practising in the nets in Mumbai, keeping himself prepared for the crucial series opener against Australia, which begins on November 22 in Perth.

Rohit’s importance to the Indian team

Rohit’s potential return to the Indian squad ahead of the first Test is being viewed as a major boost for the team. After a disappointing 0-3 series loss to New Zealand earlier this year, India’s batting lineup is under immense scrutiny. Rohit’s experience and leadership will be pivotal in stabilizing the top order and inspiring confidence in the team.

Reports suggest that Rohit will fly to Australia soon to rejoin the squad, giving him just enough time to acclimatize to the conditions before the Perth Test. As the captain, his presence will not only strengthen the batting unit but also provide a morale boost to a side aiming to regain its form on Australian soil.

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Congratulations Ritika and Rohit Sharma as they have been blessed with a baby boy!
The Captain hopefully should be on the flight to Perth in a few days, touch-and-go for the first Test there

— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) November 15, 2024

Injury updates in the Indian squad

Meanwhile, injury concerns have added to the team’s challenges. KL Rahul suffered a minor elbow injury during practice, but team officials have clarified that it is not serious, and he is expected to be available for the first Test. In positive news, Virat Kohli has recovered fully from a recent injury scare and is fit to play, ensuring India’s batting order retains its depth and experience.

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