Bundee Aki and his wife welcomed a baby boy into the world on Saturday.
The Irish rugby star shared a photo of little Andronicus Junior Papamau Aki on social media as he paid tribute to his wife Kayla.
He posted on Instagram: "Andronicus Junior Papamau Aki. 16/01/21.
"His first day in to this world and the best day of mine. I thank God that you and @kayla.aki_ are healthy and well, I can not wait to see what the Lord has planned for you❤.
"@kayla.aki_ what a strong women you are, you already know how much I love and appreciate you. Our kids are so lucky to be blessed with a great strong mother like you❤."
A number of Aki's Ireland teammates were among those to congratulate the couple on the new arrival.
Conor Murray said: "Unreal lads. Congrats."
Joey Carberry posted: "Congrats guys."
Jordi Murphy commented: "Congrats bro ❤. Sending our best to the fam."
Devin Toner added: "Awesome news, congrats bud."
