Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh Welcome Baby Boy, Confirm Sources
Rohit Sharma, the captain of India, and his wife Ritika Sajdeh have welcomed a baby boy into their family. Reports circulating on social media from various fans surfaced on Friday evening, initially breaking the news. Subsequently, official sources have now verified the information. The couple already has a daughter named Samaira, who is approaching her sixth birthday on December 30. While the precise time of birth remains undisclosed, Rohit and Ritika are expected to formally announce and share the joyful news with their well-wishers in the near future.
Rohit’s absence from the Indian squad heading to Perth for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia sparked widespread speculation regarding his availability to lead in the initial matches.
<p>The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series between India and Australia will begin on November 22 in Perth. During the pre-departure press briefing, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that the team has not yet made an official announcement regarding Rohit's unavailability.<div class="mb-2 flex gap-3 empty:hidden -ml-2"><div class="items-center justify-start rounded-xl p-1 flex"><div class="flex items-center"><button class="cursor-pointer h-[30px] rounded-md px-1 text-token-text-secondary hover:bg-token-main-surface-secondary"><div class="flex items-center pb-0"><span class="overflow-hidden text-clip whitespace-nowrap text-sm"></span></div></button></div></div></div></p>Gambhir informed the press that there is currently no official confirmation but expressed optimism about his availability, promising to provide updates.
In the event that Rohit is absent for the initial match, the team’s vice-captain and top pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, will assume the role of captain as confirmed by the head coach.
In addition to leadership responsibilities, Rohit Sharma’s non-participation will create an opportunity for a fresh opener in the squad. Addressing this prospect, Gambhir mentioned, “In case Rohit is unavailable, we have (Abhimanyu) Easwaran and KL (Rahul) in Australia. We will make a decision accordingly.
