India all-rounder Axar Patel shared the delightful news of the birth of his first child with his wife Meha on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. The couple welcomed their son, Haksh Patel, on December 19, 2024. Axar and Meha took to Instagram to introduce their newborn to the world, posting a picture of their baby boy in a custom India jersey. In the heartfelt post, they also revealed their son’s name and shared an endearing message that captured the joy they were experiencing.
"He's still figuring out the off side from the leg, but we couldn't wait to introduce him to all of you in blue. World, welcome Haksh Patel, India's smallest, yet biggest fan, and the most special piece of our hearts. 19-12-2024," the couple wrote, showcasing their excitement and love for their new addition to the family.
The birth of Haksh comes at a time when Axar is on paternity leave, which has sparked discussions around his absence from India’s squad for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In a pre-match press conference ahead of the Boxing Day Test, India’s captain Rohit Sharma addressed the reason for Axar’s non-selection. Sharma confirmed that Axar’s absence was due to his paternity leave, as he had just become a father. “Tanush Kotian played here in Australia a month back with India A and performed well,” Sharma explained. He further mentioned that Kuldeep Yadav faced fitness and visa-related issues, and due to these factors, Axar Patel was not available for selection. As a result, Kotian, who was in good form, was considered a better fit for the squad.
Axar and Meha had previously shared the joyous news of their pregnancy on October 7, 2024, in a heartwarming Instagram video. In the video, Axar expressed his excitement about becoming a father and revealed special moments from the baby shower, which was attended by their families. Axar, who is known for his reserved and humble nature, shared candid moments of the couple’s celebration, with both their families visibly excited about the arrival of their first child. The video was captioned with “A great joy is coming,” which reflected the couple's deep happiness in anticipation of their growing family.
The couple’s journey together began when Axar married Meha in a grand ceremony in January 2023. The wedding was a grand affair with family and friends coming together to celebrate their union. Axar’s cricketing career, marked by consistent performances for India, had already brought him much success, and the arrival of Haksh has added another layer of fulfillment to his personal life.
As a cricketer, Axar Patel has been an integral part of India's limited-overs and Test squads, providing stability with both the bat and the ball. His consistency in international cricket, coupled with his resilience, has made him a fan favorite. The birth of his son, Haksh, however, takes center stage at this moment in his life, offering him an opportunity to celebrate both his personal and professional accomplishments.
The outpouring of love from his fans and fellow cricketers has been overwhelming as they all congratulate Axar and Meha on their parenthood journey. As Axar continues to support his team from the sidelines during this paternity period, it is clear that his focus is on his family, as he embarks on this beautiful new chapter with his wife and newborn son.
With the excitement of fatherhood now added to his already accomplished cricketing career, Axar Patel and Meha’s lives have taken an even brighter turn. As they embrace parenthood and all the joy it brings, their fans look forward to seeing more of this proud, joyful couple in the future, with little Haksh Patel playing a key role in their growing story.
