Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma blessed with baby boy 'Akaay'

Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma joyfully announced the birth of their second child, a baby boy named Akaay. Kohli took to his social media platforms to share the news, expressing immense happiness while also requesting privacy during this special time. "With abundant happiness and our hearts all of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on 15th February, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay & Vamika's little brother into this world!" read the post on Instagram.

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"We seek your blessings and good wishes in this beautiful time in our lives. We request you to kindly respect our privacy at this time. Love & Gratitude. Virat & Anushka."The couple, who tied the knot in 2017, welcomed their son on February 15, adding to the delight of their family, which already includes their daughter Vamika, who celebrated her third birthday on January 11, 2024.

Kohli's decision to skip the five-match Test series against England at home earlier this year stirred attention, as he prioritized his family commitments. Initially named in the squad, Kohli withdrew from the matches, emphasizing the importance of attending to personal situations. Despite his absence, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the Indian team showcased commendable performances, securing victories in Visakhapatnam and Rajkot, currently leading the series 2-1. This marks the first instance in Kohli's illustrious career where he missed an entire home series since his debut in 2011, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to both cricket and family