Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on Friday night at a local hospital in New Delhi. The couple already has a daughter, Samaira, born in 2018.
Rohit is currently not in Australia with the Indian cricket team, as he was awaiting the birth of his second child. His absence has left a void in the team’s batting lineup, which has struggled in recent matches.
Whether Rohit will join the team for the first Test against Australia on November 22nd in Perth remains unclear. The short timeframe leaves limited opportunity for practice before the match. Head Coach Gautam Gambhir had previously expressed hope for Sharma’s availability, despite uncertainty surrounding his participation.
India’s top order batting has appeared vulnerable, highlighting the team’s need for Rohit’s leadership and experience. While Rohit himself has not been in peak form, his presence is still considered crucial, especially given recent concerns over other players.
If Rohit does not join the team in time for the first Test, it will be a significant blow to India’s chances of winning the series. The team will be hoping that he can recover quickly and join them in Australia as soon as possible.
