Indian cricket's dynamic wicket-keeper batsman, Rishabh Pant, made a stylish debut at Wimbledon, capturing attention both for his fashion-forward attire and his presence at the prestigious tennis tournament. Pant's appearance at the All England Club on Monday, July 7th, came just a day after his participation in the second Test match against England at Edgbaston.
Pant, currently the vice-captain of the Indian Test side, has been a standout performer in the ongoing five-match Test series against England. Taking time off between matches, he was spotted enjoying the tennis action at Centre Court. Wimbledon's official Instagram account extended a warm welcome to the southpaw, further highlighting his presence.
What truly caught the eye was Pant's sartorial choice. He sported a sharp striped suit paired with a tie, but it was his "marvelous glasses" that truly elevated his look. Social media was abuzz with images of Pant, with many fans praising his unique and confident sense of style.
Pant wasn't the only cricket personality spotted at Wimbledon. Former Indian captain Virat Kohli, accompanied by his wife Anushka Sharma, was also seen enjoying a match. Kohli, a known Wimbledon enthusiast, was seen watching Novak Djokovic's match. England's Joe Root and James Anderson, along with West Indies legend Brian Lara, were also present. Deepak Chahar and his wife Jaya Bhardwaj also attended the event.
Besides enjoying the matches, Pant also shared his views on the tournament. He predicted that Spain's Carlos Alcaraz would win Wimbledon 2025. He also named Roger Federer as his all-time favorite tennis player, admiring his single-handed backhand. When asked which tennis player could replicate his famous scoop shot, Pant picked Novak Djokovic.
Pant has been in excellent form in the Test series against England. He has scored 342 runs in the two Test matches, averaging 85.50. In the first Test, he scored centuries in both innings. In the second Test at Edgbaston, he followed it up with 25 and 65, playing a crucial role in India's victory. Pant also achieved a milestone during the second Test, surpassing MS Dhoni to become the fastest Asian wicketkeeper to reach 2,000 Test runs in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) countries.
With the third Test match scheduled at Lord's Cricket Ground, starting on July 10th, Pant's presence at Wimbledon provided a welcome break and a chance to soak in the London atmosphere before returning to cricket duties. His appearance at Wimbledon has not only showcased his personal style but also highlights the growing intersection of cricket and other major sporting events.