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Indian Cricket Icons Make Waves at Wimbledon 2025

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At Wimbledon 2025, the likes of Indian cricket celebrities are making their presence felt, adding to the tournament's growing list of sporting royalty. Former India cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri was spotted at the iconic venue, sharing his excitement on his official X handle. Shastri, 63, posted a selfie from Wimbledon, expressing his delight at being back at the All England Club. He was one of several Indian cricket icons to visit the Grand Slam during the 2025 edition, joining the likes of Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Deepak Chahar, and his wife Jaya Bhardwaj.

Key Takeaways:

  • Former India cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri, 63, visited Wimbledon 2025, sharing his excitement on his official X handle.
  • Shastri posted a selfie from Wimbledon, expressing his delight at being back at the All England Club, noting the "class, tradition, royalty" of the iconic venue.
  • Shastri referred to the anticipated clash between Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Britain's Cameron Norrie, highlighting the excitement of the tournament.
  • Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli and wife Anushka Sharma visited Centre Court, marking Kohli's first Wimbledon appearance in a decade following his Test retirement.
  • India vice-captain Rishabh Pant, ahead of the third Test against Ben Stokes' side, soaked in the SW19 vibe, delighting fans on social media.
  • Pacer Deepak Chahar and wife Jaya Bhardwaj were also spotted at the Grand Slam tournament, adding to the long list of sporting celebrities present.
  • Other notable sporting celebrities in attendance included James Anderson, Joe Root, Stuart Broad, Maria Sharapova, David Beckham, and John Cena.

Statistics:

  • Ravi Shastri, 63, made his Wimbledon 2025 appearance on Tuesday, July 8.
  • Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli marked his first Wimbledon appearance in a decade at Centre Court.
  • India vice-captain Rishabh Pant was spotted at Wimbledon 2025, preparing for the third Test against Ben Stokes' side.
  • 6 Indian cricket icons, including Ravi Shastri, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Deepak Chahar, and his wife Jaya Bhardwaj, visited Wimbledon 2025 during the 2025 edition.
  • A total of 12 sporting celebrities, including James Anderson, Joe Root, Stuart Broad, Maria Sharapova, David Beckham, and John Cena, attended Wimbledon 2025.

Sources:

  • [Times of India Sports Desk]

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