Tom Holland and Simu Liu’s recent padel match has ignited speculation about Holland’s involvement in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday, set for release in December 2026 in the United States. Their off-court friendship, combined with their high-profile appearances at Wimbledon 2025, has Marvel fans eagerly debating the possibility of new plot twists.
A Casual Game of Padel Sparks Fan Speculation
Tom Holland and Simu Liu were recently captured enjoying a lighthearted game of padel, a sport resembling tennis but played in a smaller, enclosed court. The footage shows the two actors sharing laughs and playful volleys in a relaxed outdoor setting marked by green fencing and “Social Club” signage. Both wore casual tees and shorts, demonstrating strong camaraderie that has only intensified fan hopes for a crossover on the big screen.
This friendly sporting moment highlights their off-screen bond, contrasting with the tight secrecy surrounding Holland’s possible role in Avengers: Doomsday. While Simu Liu’s participation as Shang-Chi has been officially confirmed, Holland’s involvement remains unverified but highly anticipated among the Marvel community.
Uncertainty Surrounding Tom Holland’s Role in Avengers: Doomsday
Despite the buzz, Marvel has not officially announced Tom Holland as part of the Avengers: Doomsday cast. During a lengthy Marvel livestream event, Simu Liu was revealed as a lead, but Holland’s participation was left ambiguous. On The Jennifer Hudson Show, Liu shared insights about the secretive nature of these announcements, stating,
“I knew that I was going to be involved… but I didn’t know who else they were announcing — yeah, I mean, they don’t tell us anything, because Tom Holland and Mark Ruffalo kind of ruined it for all of us.”
—Simu Liu, Actor
Liu candidly explained that even the actors themselves often remain uninformed about full cast details to avoid spoilers. Holland’s playful spirit has led to several accidental reveals before, but none as dramatic as Mark Ruffalo’s near-leak of Infinity War’s plot twists.
Co-star Don Cheadle recounted an episode on Jimmy Kimmel Live where Ruffalo almost disclosed a major spoiler, commenting,
“Of course I didn’t know [Ruffalo] was going to do that. I tried to stop him, you saw that. If you listen very closely, he actually started to say the absolute truth. He tried to say everybody [would die] after he almost said half.”
—Don Cheadle, Actor
Incidents like these have prompted Marvel to tighten its confidentiality measures. For now, Holland’s onscreen return in Avengers: Doomsday remains a fan theory fueled largely by his engaging padel match with Liu and their visible friendship.
Stylish Appearances at Wimbledon 2025 Highlight Star Power
Beyond their athletic camaraderie, Tom Holland and Simu Liu also turned heads at Wimbledon 2025, where their public appearances underscored their growing cultural influence. Holland was spotted courtside during Aryna Sabalenka’s quarterfinal match, dressed in a pastel pink polo that combined sporty flair with refined taste.
Meanwhile, Liu and his fiancée Allison Hsu enjoyed a relaxed afternoon in the All England Lawn Tennis Club’s suite on No. 1 Court. Their simultaneous presence at the prestigious tennis event drew attention to the actors’ rising profiles beyond film sets and superhero personas.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Liu and Hsu announced their engagement earlier in May 2025. The proposal took place in Paris, a romantic setting captured in their Instagram post featuring Hsu’s diamond ring beneath the caption “Us forever.” This happy personal milestone complements Liu’s growing professional success within the Marvel Universe.
What’s Next for Marvel Fans and Avengers: Doomsday?
As anticipation builds for Avengers: Doomsday’s December 18, 2026 release, Tom Holland and Simu Liu’s off-screen friendship continues to fuel speculation about potential storylines. Whether Holland appears in a cameo or a more substantial role remains unconfirmed, but the duo’s padel game has certainly ignited imaginations among Marvel’s dedicated fanbase.
Their combined influence—seen in sporting settings like Wimbledon and casual moments on the padel court—reflects a deepening bond that might translate into future MCU collaborations. For now, fans eagerly await official updates while enjoying the camaraderie of two of this generation’s leading actors in and out of the superhero spotlight.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why did Tom Holland quit acting?
A. The Uncharted actor, who has been dating Zendaya since 2021, mentioned that he will stop acting in movies once he has kids. Instead, he plans to focus on golf and being a parent. “I will just vanish from public life,” he added.
Q. Why did Zendaya unfollow Tom Holland?
A. Zendaya recently unfollowed Holland, but she isn’t following anyone else right now, so it might not be personal. She and Holland first met while working on the Spider-Man movies, portraying the characters Peter Parker and MJ, who are romantically linked in the films.
Q. Why did Tom Holland stop acting?
A. The actor from Spider-Man: No Way Home announced he will quit acting when he begins a family. “Once I have kids, I’ll stop appearing in movies,” Tom mentioned in a Men’s Health interview on January 2. Instead, he plans to focus on golf and being a dad.
Q. Why won’t Zendaya marry Tom Holland?
A. According to reports, Holland and Zendaya are upset because their busy schedules are preventing them from tying the knot. Another reason their marriage is postponed is Holland’s commitment to staying sober, supported by his new company that makes non-alcoholic beer.
