India cricket captain Rohit Sharma has once again grabbed headlines, this time off the cricket field, with the acquisition of a brand-new Tesla Model Y electric SUV. Seen driving the sleek vehicle to a recent award ceremony in Mumbai, Rohit’s latest purchase quickly went viral on social media, amplified further by Tesla CEO Elon Musk himself, bringing immense spotlight to the Indian star’s environmentally conscious choice.

Elon Musk reacts as Rohit Sharma unveils his sleek new Tesla

Rohit’s Tesla Model Y, spotted at the CEAT Cricket Awards 2025 in Mumbai, caused a social media storm with a video showing him driving the futuristic electric SUV. The post caught the attention of Musk, who retweeted it, leading to a surge in online chatter celebrating the “free advertising” power of Rohit’s massive fan base of 45 million Instagram followers.

The electric SUV features an eye-catching personalized number plate “3015,” which many believe is a tribute to the birthdates of Rohit’s children, Samaira (December 30) and Ahaan (November 15), adding sentimental value alongside its sleek design. This modern and eco-friendly vehicle marks Rohit’s first electric car, aligning with his stylish and forward-looking image off the cricket field.​

Here’s the video:

This is why Tesla doesn’t need to advertise – Rohit Sharma (captain of India’s national cricket team), who has 45M followers on Instagram, just bought a new Tesla Model Ypic.twitter.com/m02awSltMR https://t.co/XQSLYyo4XZ

— Teslaconomics (@Teslaconomics) October 9, 2025

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Rohit’s luxury car collection and IPL giveaway

Rohit has long been an aficionado of luxury and high-performance vehicles. Before his Tesla, he was often seen driving his iconic blue Lamborghini Urus with the registration number “264,” a nod to his world-record ODI score of 264 runs. This prized Lamborghini, valued at nearly ₹4 crore, was given away earlier in 2025 to a lucky winner of a fantasy cricket contest, fulfilling a promise made humorously during an IPL Dream11 ad campaign. Rohit’s garage also includes other luxury cars like the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi Q7, and Range Rover. Known for adding personal touches to his vehicles, Rohit’s new Tesla continues this trend with the special number plate that connects his family with his love for cars.​

Looking ahead, Rohit is expected to feature in the upcoming India tour of Australia starting October 19, 2025, where the team will play three ODIs. This tour marks a significant phase for Rohit as he and teammate Virat Kohli return to international cricket after a break, with the team led by Shubman Gill. Rohit’s off-field style, exemplified by his impressive car collection and latest Tesla purchase, adds to his stature as a modern sports icon blending performance, sustainability, and panache.

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