Sat Nov 16 08:54:35 UTC 2024: ## Indian Cricket Captain Rohit Sharma Welcomes Second Child, Son
**Sydney, Australia –** Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, have welcomed a baby boy, sources confirmed to India Today. The couple, already parents to daughter Samaira, are yet to publicly announce the birth, which occurred on Friday, November 15th.
Sharma took a paternity break to be with his wife, missing training sessions in Australia ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. His absence from the team, initially kept private, became public amidst speculation surrounding his participation in the first Test.
While the captain’s participation in the first Test remains uncertain, he is reportedly keeping fit, practicing in Mumbai. Head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding Sharma’s availability, but expressed hope for his return. The BCCI is reportedly facilitating his potential late arrival for the match in Perth.
Sharma’s absence sparked debate. Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar suggested Sharma should relinquish the captaincy if unavailable for the opening Test. However, former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch defended Sharma, highlighting the importance of family during such moments. Sajdeh subsequently liked a social media post featuring Finch’s supportive comments.
The arrival of Sharma’s son adds another layer to the anticipation surrounding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, as fans and teammates await his return to the team.
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