Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik and his wife, ace squash player Dipika Pallikal, have been blessed with a baby girl, the couple announced on social media on Thursday. They have named their daughter Raaha Pallikal Karthik, marking a joyful new chapter in their family life.<\/p>\n
Sharing the news with fans, the couple posted an emotional message: \u201cWith blessings in our hearts and gratitude beyond words, we joyfully welcome our precious girl into this world. Kabir and Zian are thrilled to introduce their baby sister.\u201d<\/p>\n
This is the couple\u2019s third child, after their twin sons, Kabir and Zian.<\/p>\n
Karthik, a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has been one of the most experienced campaigners in Indian cricket. Known for his composure under pressure and finishing ability, he has played around one hundred eighty international matches across formats. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), he has featured in over 240 matches, scoring more than 4,500 runs, and has been a dependable presence across multiple franchises.<\/p>\n
Dipika Pallikal, meanwhile, is one of India\u2019s most accomplished squash players. A trailblazer in the sport, she became the first Indian woman to break into the top 10 of the PSA world rankings in 2012. Her decorated career includes multiple international titles, Commonwealth Games and Asian Games medals, and World Doubles Championship honours. She has also been conferred the Arjuna Award (2012) and the Padma Shri (2014).<\/p>\n
The couple, who got married in 2015, have successfully balanced their elite sporting careers with family life. The arrival of their daughter has been met with warm wishes from fans and the sporting fraternity alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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