Michael and Kyly Clarke expecting their first child

Congratulations to Aussie cricket captain Michael Clarke and his wife Kyly Clarke who have announced their are expecting a baby!

The couple, who tied the knot in 2012, announced the happy news on their Instagram accounts in the early hours of this morning.

"@michaelclarkeofficial and I are extremely ecstatic to announce that we are expecting our first child. Can't wait to meet baby Clarke," wrote the 33-year-old mum-to-be.

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Kyly and and Michael Clarke have announcned their are having a baby! Photo: Instagram

“@kylyclarke and I are extremely ecstatic to announce that we are expecting our first child,” the sports star added.

Michael is currently in the UK for the first Ashes Test against England in Cardiff, Wales on Wednesday.

The couple previously opened up to Harper's Bazaar about being 'homebodies'.

"Because I travel so much, being home is a holiday," said Michael.

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"Bliss for us is sitting around in Ugg boots in front of an open fire at our farm watching the Wests Tigers on TV, although Kyly follows the Sydney Roosters."

"We're foodies, and she's a terrific cook. We ride my Harley-Davidson along the Sydney coastline from Vaucluse down to Maroubra and on dirt bikes at the farm."

This is the first child for the couple, no news yet on when the baby is due.

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