Celebrity cricketer Rohit Sharma caused a stir at an award ceremony in Mumbai by arriving in his new Tesla Model Y, sparking excitement among fans and car enthusiasts on social media. A video of Rohit driving the stylish electric SUV quickly went viral, with one user pointing out that Tesla doesn’t need to advertise since Rohit, with 45 million Instagram followers, just purchased a new Model Y.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk retweeted the post, creating a buzz online. Fans praised Rohit’s purchase as a prime example of “free advertising” due to his significant influence and star power. Additionally, the cricketer’s Tesla sports a unique number plate, “3015,” believed to signify the birthdates of his children – Samaira and Ahaan.
Rohit’s public appearance at the CEAT Cricket Awards marked his first after being removed as ODI captain. The Tesla Model Y, known for its futuristic design, top-notch performance, and eco-friendly technology, aligns with Rohit’s modern and stylish image off the cricket field.
A car enthusiast, Rohit Sharma has a penchant for luxury vehicles, with the Tesla being the latest addition to his impressive collection. His garage boasts models like the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi Q7, and the iconic Range Rover. While Rohit’s blue Lamborghini with number ‘264’ paid tribute to his record-breaking ODI score, he gifted the luxury SUV to a lucky cricket contest winner earlier this year.
During the IPL season, Rohit playfully promised to give away his car in a viral Dream11 ad campaign, which he fulfilled as seen in recent visuals. Rohit is set to join the Indian team for the upcoming Australia tour, where he will play three ODIs from October 19 to 25. The team, under Shubman Gill’s leadership, includes Rohit and Virat Kohli as specialist batters, marking their return to international cricket since the Champions Trophy victory in March.