Sam Billings and his fiancé Sarah become parents for the first time; shares picture and name of the baby girl

England cricketer Sam Billings and his fiancé, tennis player Sarah Cantlay, celebrated a momentous occasion on Friday (March 1) with the birth of their first child, a baby girl named Ivie Fay Billings.

The couple celebrate the arrival of their baby child

The elated couple took to Instagram on Monday (March 4) to share the news, expressing their immense joy and gratitude for the safe arrival of their newest family member. The post included a heartwarming picture of the newborn, capturing the initial moments of Ivie’s introduction to the world.

“Ivie Fay Billings – Born March 1st . Best day of our lives! Both girls doing well at home,” the couple wrote on their joint post.

David Warner, Faf du Plessis extend good wishes

The announcement received an outpouring of warm wishes and congratulations from fans and fellow athletes alike. Australian cricketer David Warner extended his heartfelt wishes, and Faf du Plessis, Billings’ former teammate from the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), joined in the congratulations. The joyous occasion brought forth messages of love and celebration as the couple embarked on their journey into parenthood.

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Sarah Cantlay: Tennis player and partner

Sarah, born and raised in England, is not only a tennis player but also a graduate with a major in psychology. The love story between Cantlay and Billings began in 2015, culminating in their engagement on November 20, 2021. The couple’s enduring relationship has grown stronger over the years, and the arrival of baby Ivie marks a new chapter filled with love and shared responsibilities.

Sam Billings’ cricketing journey and current status

On the cricketing front, Billings, known for his skills as a wicketkeeper-batter, last represented England in 2022. Facing tough competition in both red and white-ball formats, Billings has experienced periods of exclusion based on form.

Notably, he recently signed a white-ball-only contract with Kent, committing to the county until at least the end of 2025. Despite stepping down as the red-ball captain in June and not featuring in the County Championship since May 2023, Billings remains a crucial player in the T20 Blast side, boasting impressive records with 2,502 runs in 127 T20 appearances and 1,606 runs in 55 List A matches.

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