Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh have joyfully announced the arrival of their second child, a baby boy, born on November 15, 2024.
This news comes just days before Sharma is expected to lead the Indian cricket team in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, with the first Test scheduled to start on November 22 in Perth.
Announcement and Celebration
Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian cricket team, shared the happy news through an Instagram post featuring a playful F.R.I.E.N.D.S-themed graphic that read: “Family – the one where we are FOUR.”
This charming announcement included animated images of Sharma, Ritika, their daughter Samaira, and their newborn son.
The couple had successfully kept Ritika’s pregnancy private for much of its duration, only confirming it publicly when Rohit took a paternity leave ahead of the upcoming Test series.
Support from Teammates
While the Indian T20I team was competing in South Africa, captain Suryakumar Yadav and players Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma expressed their congratulations from Johannesburg.
Yadav humorously suggested that they might need to prepare cricket gear for the new addition to Sharma’s family.
Impact on Cricketing Commitments
Rohit had initially taken a break from cricket to be present for his wife’s delivery, which raised questions about his participation in the first Test against Australia.
However, with the birth occurring nearly a week before the match, there is now optimism regarding his availability.
The Indian team has been facing challenges in securing a consistent opening partner for Yashasvi Jaiswal, making Rohit’s potential return crucial for their lineup.
Family Background
Rohit and Ritika have been married since December 13, 2015. Their first child, Samaira, was born in 2018.
The couple’s journey into parenthood has been well-documented, with Samaira often seen accompanying Ritika at various cricket matches.
As they welcome their second child into the family, they are not only celebrating a personal milestone but also preparing for Rohit’s responsibilities as a leader within the national team during a critical series.
