Who Is Anshumat Srivastava? Tennis Star and Ishan Kishan’s Close Friend Linked to Akriti Negi

Indian reality star Akriti Negi, who recently won Splitsvilla X5, is back in the news. This time, it’s not about the show — it’s about her rumored relationship with tennis player Anshumat Srivastava. Fans began talking after Anshumat shared a birthday post for Akriti on Instagram this past weekend.

The photo showed Akriti sitting in front of birthday decorations. Although it didn’t show both of them together, the internet quickly picked up on their connection. Their friendly online interactions, including frequent comments and likes, also sparked interest.

Fans React to Rumors

The dating buzz started after a Reddit user posted a screenshot of the Instagram post and pointed out how close they seemed. Some fans praised the rumored couple, saying they looked “happy and cute together.” Others claimed the relationship might be more than just friendship.

One user said, “She looks happy and healthy. Anshumat seems like a good guy.”

Another fan added, “He started following her sister too. Looks serious!”

But not everyone was supportive. One comment claimed that Anshumat had a shady past during the COVID-19 lockdown. However, other Reddit users defended him, saying he is known to be respectful and genuine.

Who Is Anshumat Srivastava?

Anshumat Srivastava is a professional tennis player from Bihar, India. He was born on July 30, 1998, and is currently ranked among the top 200 in ITF doubles rankings with 20 points.

He is the son of Pratyaya and Ratna Amrit, and he has a sister named Apoorva. His father is said to be an IAS officer, and Anshumat is also known to be a close friend of Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan.

Anshumat has been working hard to make a name for himself in the tennis world. With growing attention from fans and media, his connection with Akriti is now adding to his public image.

Relationship Status: Still Unclear

So far, neither Akriti nor Anshumat has confirmed if they are dating. But their recent activity online has led many to believe that something is going on between them.

Whether it’s love or friendship, fans are keeping a close watch.