Drive FITT, a membership-based sports club, designed around cricket, fitness and recovery with cutting-edge technology, has onboarded Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell as investor.
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. He will also engage in brand advocacy, develop training content, and leverage his on-field experience to enhance the facility’s offerings.
Founded in July 2024 by Bollywood actress Preity G Zinta, Indian cricketer Shubman Gill, alongside Mark Sellar, Deke Smith, and Vikram Aditya Bhatia, Drive FITT is a member-based club that integrates the sport of cricket, fitness and recovery.
Drive FITT enhances every aspect of performance and wellness, providing real-time data tracking and personalized training experiences. The platform offers easy access to cricket training, advanced performance tracking, and recovery programs.
Preity G Zinta, renowned actress and Co-founder, Drive FITT, said “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-first 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 field, but now off it too as we build something truly impactful together.”
Glenn Maxwell said, “Joining the Drive FITT team is exciting for me. Cricket, fitness, 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, said, “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 fitness 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 fitness 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 first-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.”
