Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh Celebrate Birth of Their Son
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and his wife, Ritika, have a baby boy, sources confirmed late Friday. The couple, parents to six-year-old Samaira, hasn’t announced the birth.
Earlier, social media was full of fans’ congratulatory messages. The confirmation has since brought joy to the cricketing community.
Impact on Border-Gavaskar Trophy Participation
Rohit’s absence from the Indian squad’s travel to Perth for the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia sparked speculation about his availability. The series opener is scheduled to begin on November 22.
At a pre-departure press conference, India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, addressed concerns about Rohit’s participation.
“At the moment, there’s no confirmation. Hopefully, he will be available. We’ll let you know,” Gambhir said.
If Rohit is unavailable, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah will take over as captain. This leadership shift could also impact India’s opening lineup. With Rohit absent, Abhimanyu Easwaran and KL Rahul are in Australia. They are the top choices for the opener’s slot.
High Stakes for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a much-anticipated Test series. It pits India against Australia in a battle for supremacy. Rohit’s availability will play a crucial role, both in terms of his leadership and his position as a key batsman.
Statistical Highlights:
- First Test Date: November 22, 2024
- Location: Perth, Australia
- Potential Indian Captain: Jasprit Bumrah (if Rohit is unavailable)
- Key Replacement Openers: Abhimanyu Easwaran, KL Rahul
