British boxing champ Amir Khan is a first-time father after his wife gave birth to a daughter.

The sportsman and his partner Faryal, who married last year (13), became parents to a little girl named Lamysa on Friday (23May14).

Khan shared the news with fans on his Twitter.com page, writing, "Mine and (Faryal) new born baby Lamysa. Born on 23rd May 2014 at 4:05am #Blessed."

He also uploaded a number of pictures showing him cradling the newborn.