Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh become parents to baby girl

The middle-order batsman, who was part of the squad that created history in MCG, Australia, is now returning home to meet his princess.

The next test starts on January 3, which Rohit will miss.

Notably, Rohit scored a vital half-century in the second test. Sources in the know told TOI that while his absence may hurt, what awaits him is 'bigger and important'.

When Ritika was pregnant, Rohit spoke about it with Australia captain Michael Clarke in a promotional video for Hublot.

He had said, "I cannot wait to be a father; it is going to be a game-changing moment in our lives. I am eagerly awaiting the moment of becoming a father. It will be a moment to change our lives."

However, Rohit had also mentioned that his teammates were surprised by the news.

His irresponsible behavior made Rohit the center of jokes. He had said, "The reaction came in because of the mannerism and the things I have done in my previous years. They think I am irresponsible, obviously in a funny way."

Well, things will certainly change now.

Congratulations, Ritika and Rohit.