Drive FITT, a membership based sports club, designed around cricket, tness and recovery with cutting edge technology, is thrilled to welcome Australian cricketing star Glenn Maxwell as an investor. This strategic partnership marks a signicant milestone for Drive FITT as it continues to redene the intersection of sports superstars, cricket, tness and recovery in India.
This marks Maxwell’s rst investment in an Indian venture, inspired by the innovative concept and the vision of the founders and team behind it. As a passionate cricket enthusiast with a keen interest in coaching, the project resonated with him on multiple levels. In recent years, recovery has become a crucial part of his career, making this partnership a natural t. For Maxwell, investing is about backing the right people, and he believes the team’s vision and dedication will make Drive FITT successful in India.
Known for his dynamic playing style, adaptability, and all-round performance, Maxwell’s long-standing association with India through the IPL makes him an ideal partner for this venture. His deep understanding of high-performance cricket and the evolving needs of professional and amateur athletes aligns with Drive FITT’s mission to bridge cricket training with multi format tness and recovery methodologies. This collaboration reects his commitment to advancing athlete preparation and recovery while reinforcing Drive FITT’s dedication to excellence in cricket training, tness and recovery.
A key gure in modern cricket, Maxwell has made a signicant impact through his innovative gameplay and versatility. His experience across global T20 leagues and his connection with the Indian cricketing ecosystem give him unique insights into the demands of high-performance cricket. These attributes make him a natural t for a venture focused on elevating cricket training through cutting-edge tness practices.
Preity G Zinta, renowned actress and Co-founder, Drive FITT, stated “Having Glenn join us at Drive FITT is truly special, especially since I’ve worked with and known him for a long time. Our association through Punjab Kings gave me the opportunity to witness his unwavering dedication to excellence. I’ve always admired his forward-thinking, athlete-rst mindset which seamlessly aligns with our vision at Drive FITT. I’m thrilled to have him as part of this journey, not just on the eld, but now o it too as we build something truly impactful together.”
Talking about the partnership, Glenn Maxwell, Renowned Cricketer, said “Joining the Drive FITT team is exciting for me. Cricket, tness, and recovery have been essential to my journey, and this concept brings them together uniquely and innovatively. I’m looking forward to contributing my experience and helping shape a space that supports athletes at every level.”
Shubman Gill, Indian cricketer and Co-founder, Drive FITT, added, “Having Glenn on board brings immense value to our shared vision for Drive FITT. His global experience, deep understanding of the game, and commitment to tness and recovery make him an ideal partner. I believe his involvement will further inspire young athletes and help us build a truly world-class ecosystem for cricket and wellness in India.”
Mark Sellar and Deke Smith, Co-founders, Drive FITT, said, “It’s incredibly exciting to have Glenn support what we’re building at Drive FITT. He brings not just experience and credibility, but also a deep understanding of what athletes genuinely need when it comes to performance, training, and recovery. As someone who’s competed at the highest level, his perspective will be invaluable as we scale Drive FITT and continue building a facility that raises the bar for sports-focused tness in India.”
Vikram Aditya Bhatia, Co- founder & CEO, Drive FITT, said “We are thrilled to welcome Glenn Maxwell to the Drive FITT family. His passion for the game and rst-hand experience with elite-level training and recovery make him an invaluable partner. With Glenn’s insights, we aim to build and provide our members access to programs at our club where they can play and train like an elite athlete.
With this investment, Maxwell will play an active role in shaping Drive FITT’s vision by contributing his expertise to training methodologies and player development. His commitment extends beyond nancial support—he will also engage in brand advocacy, develop training content, and leverage his on-eld experience to enhance the facility’s oerings. His profound understanding of recovery and sports science, honed over years of international cricket, aligns perfectly with Drive FITT’s mission to provide world-class training environments for both professional and amateur athletes.
About Drive FITT:
Drive FITT is a member-based club that seamlessly integrates the sport of cricket, tness and recovery. Co-founded by Preity G Zinta, Shubman Gill, Australian businessmen Mark Sellar, Deke Smith and Vikram Aditya Bhatia, is making cricket more accessible while transforming tness into a lifestyle. With technology at the core of its operations, Drive FITT enhances every aspect of performance and wellness, providing real-time data tracking and personalized training experiences. With a mission to make cricket more accessible and transform tness into a lifestyle, Drive FITT oers easy access to cricket training, advanced performance tracking, and recovery programs.. By bringing cricket, tness, and recovery together, Drive FITT provides a seamless, purpose-driven experience for amateurs, professionals, and tness enthusiasts alike.
