Multiple Grand Slam champion Leander Paes [ Images ] will be seen in a new avatar at the Wimbledon [ Images ] next week when he holds the microphone for BBC Radio.

The Indian Davis Cup will be joined by tennis legends Todd Woodbridge, Michael Stich and Pat Cash in an all-star team for BBC Radio Five Live at the grass court major.

Paes had earlier donned the responsibility of a TV presenter-commentator at the 2005 Tennis Masters Cup in Shanghai and Chennai Open 2006.

"I am extremely pleased to be part of this super-star team at BBC Radio," Paes said in a statement.

"Wimbledon has always held a special place in my heart and I am honoured to play the unique role of a radio commentator.

"I have enjoyed commentating on television in the recent past, and I am looking forward to this dual role!"