Overview
- Thakur revealed on Instagram on Sunday, December 21, that he and wife Mittali Parulkar welcomed their first child, sharing that they kept the pregnancy private for nine months.
- The post included an emotional note and a poster reading “We are blessed with a Baby Boy!”, marking a low-key update from the couple.
- Fans and fellow cricketers sent congratulations, with messages from Deepak Chahar and the Chennai Super Kings’ social media account among those noted.
- Professionally, Thakur has been traded back to Mumbai Indians from Lucknow Super Giants ahead of IPL 2026, with coach Mahela Jayawardene highlighting his versatility and the balance he brings.
- He continues as Mumbai’s domestic captain and is set to lead the side in the Vijay Hazare Trophy beginning December 24.