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Pro and Challenger Pickleball League season 2 to be held in December
Mumbai, April 1: Building on the immense success of the inaugural season in February, Pro & Challenger Pickleball League will return for its Season 2 from December 16 to 23.
Shahid Kapoor shows his fun side while playing pickleball with wife Mira Rajput
Mumbai, March 26: Actor Shahid Kapoor recently let loose and showed his playful side as he enjoyed a fun-filled game of pickleball with his wife, Mira Rajput.
Charlotte Whitby-Coles elevated as Chief Operating Officer of World Pickleball League
Mumbai, March 25: In a move that reinforces the World Pickleball League's (WPBL) structured and strategic approach, the league has announced the elevation of Charlotte Whitby-Coles as its Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Biggest-ever state level pickleball tourney 'Gujarat Masters' to commence on March 21
Vadodara, March 19: The Pickleball Association of Gujarat (PAG), under the aegis of the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), is set to host Gujarat Masters from March 21 to 23 in Vadodara.
PAG launches first-ever Gujarat Masters with over Rs 5 lakh prize money
Vadodara, March 8: The Pickleball Association of Gujarat (PAG), under the aegis of the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), is set to launch the LGT wealth India Gujarat Masters, a historic state-level pickleball tournament, from March 21 to March 23 in Vadodara, as per the Pickleball Association of Gujarat press release.
Sania Mirza roped in as tournament partner for Pickleball Open 2025
New Delhi, March 5: Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza has been roped in by Global Sports as a partner for the Pickleball Open 2025 tournament in Dubai, with the tournament set to take place from May 8-11.
Myntra launches Bengaluru's first in-house corporate Pickleball court
Bengaluru, Feb 18: Reinforcing its commitment to employee wellness, Myntra, one of India's leading fashion and lifestyle platforms, on Tuesday launched a state-of-the-art Pickleball court at its corporate office here.
Genelia Deshmukh reveals if she will venture into world of OTT
Mumbai, Feb 5: Actress Genelia Deshmukh, who recently celebrated the title win of her Pickleball team, Pune United, in the latest season of the World Pickleball League, has spoken up on her foray into the world of OTT.
Bengaluru Jawans crowned champions of inaugural World Pickleball League
Mumbai, Feb 2: Bengaluru Jawans created history by beating Pune United 3-1 to become the champions of the inaugural edition of the World Pickleball League - India's first franchise-based Pickleball league.
Genelia Deshmukh shares winning moments from Pune United's League win
Mumbai, Feb 2: Actress Genelia Deshmukh, who was last seen in 'Trial Period', is celebrating the title win of her Pickleball team, Pune United, in the latest season of the World Pickleball League.
WPBL 2025: Pune United prevail over Mumbai Pickle Power in tie-break, reach final vs Bengaluru Jawans
Mumbai, Feb 1: Pune United prevailed over Mumbai Pickle Power in a tie-breaker to emerge on top in a thrilling semifinal and secured a place in the final of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) here on Saturday. Top performers Mumbai Pickle Power were hoping to cap off their breathtaking campaign in WPBL with a win in the semifinal. But they suffered a surprise defeat in a tie-breaker to Pune United at the Brabourne Stadium.
WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans overcome Hyderabad Superstars to secure spot in final
Mumbai, Feb 1: Bengaluru Jawans booked their place in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) final with a 3-2 victory over Hyderabad Superstars at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) here on Saturday. The table-toppers Jawans delivered a composed performance to become the first team to enter the final which will be played on Sunday at the Brabourne Stadium here.
My first venture into the world of sports has been transformative, says Samantha
Chennai, Feb 1: Disclosing that she had always avoided sports because she hated losing, actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, has now testified to the transformative power of sport, saying it had taught her so much.
WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans beat Mumbai Pickle Power to secure top spot
Mumbai, Jan 30: Bengaluru Jawans sealed their place at the top of the standings with a 4-1 victory over Mumbai Pickle Power in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2025 at the Cricket Club of India-Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday. The tie saw a mix of high-intensity clashes and standout individual performances.
Aamir Khan and Ali Fazal to lock horns at the World Pickleball League
Mumbai, Jan 30: Aamir Khan and Ali Fazal will be seen locking horns at the pickleball court for a special exhibition match at the World Pickleball League (WPBL) on 1st February. The Bollywood hunks will be joined by two players from the league during the match.
AIPA launches India's first-ever pickleball equipment research lab
Mumbai, January 30: The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), the governing body for pickleball in India, has launched the first research and testing laboratory for pickleball equipment in India.
Pickleball set to receive massive boost as Indian Open 2025 starts from February 3
Mumbai, January 30: The Indian Open 2025 is all set to take place from February 3 to 9 at NESCO Goregaon, Mumbai.
World Pickleball League revolutionizes the sport with game-changing innovations
New Delhi, January 30: The World Pickleball League (WPBL) is transforming the landscape of professional pickleball with groundbreaking rule innovations designed to make the sport faster, more strategic, and highly engaging for players and fans, a release from the league said.
WPBL 2025: Mumbai Pickle Power aim to reach semis unbeaten
Mumbai, Jan 29: Mumbai Pickle Power will be hoping to reach the semifinals with an unbeaten record when they take on the Bengaluru Jawans in their final league fixture of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) at the Cricket Club of India's (CCI) Brabourne Stadium here on Thursday.
WPBL 2025: Chennai Super Champs secure first win of season over Pune United
Mumbai, Jan 29: After days of near misses, Chennai Super Champs finally got the breakthrough, clinching their first tie victory in the World Pickleball League 2025 event with a well-earned 3-2 win over Pune United on Day 6 of the World Pickleball League.
World Pickleball League: Bengaluru Jawans stage comeback to defeat Dilli Dillwale 3-2
New Delhi, January 29: Bengaluru Jawans delivered a thrilling comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Dilli Dillwale on Day 5 of the World Pickleball League. Katerina Stewart's sensational performances earned her the Player of the Tie accolade, as Bengaluru bounced back from 1-2 down to seal the win, as per a release from the World Pickleball League.
WPBL 2025: Chennai Super Champs put up a fight but go down to Mumbai Pickle Power
Mumbai, Jan 28: Chennai Super Champs produced an inspired outing but were dealt with a 3-1 defeat by Mumbai Pickle Power in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) at the Cricket Club of India (CCI)-Brabourne Stadium on Tuesday night.
WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans stage comeback to defeat Dilli Dillwale
Mumbai, Jan 28: Bengaluru Jawans delivered a thrilling comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Dilli Dillwale on Day 5 of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2025 at the Cricket Club of India's Brabourne Stadium here on Tuesday. Katerina Stewart's sensational performances earned her the Player of the Tie accolade, as Bengaluru bounced back from 1-2 down to seal the win.
WPBL 2025: Mumbai Pickle Power stake claim to semis spot with Hyderabad Super Stars clean sweep
Mumbai, Jan 27: Mumbai Pickle Power smashed past the Hyderabad Super Stars by 5-0 in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) on Monday to become the first team to record three consecutive victories in the competition.
IPA Nationals: Sindoor-Simran secure 35-plus women's title, stun top seeds
Greater Noida, January 26: Second seeds Sindoor Mittal (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating -DUPR Rating 3.432) and Simran Bangera (DUPR Rating 3.233) stunned top seeds Praachi Jain Chander (DUPR Rating 4.264) and Sakshi Aggarwal (DUPR Rating 3.858) to lift the 35-plus Women's doubles title at the 4th Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) Pickleball Nationals in Greater Noida on Sunday.
WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans dominate Hyderabad Superstars to extend winning streak
Mumbai, January 26: Bengaluru Jawans continued their unbeaten run in the World Pickleball League with a commanding 3-1 victory over Hyderabad Superstars on Day 2. The Jawans showcased their dominance and consistency across the five matches leaving Hyderabad searching for their first win of the tournament.
Aditya Ruhela, Amrita Mukherjee win PRO Open Men's, Women's Singles; Armaan Bhatia-Sindoor Mittal crowned Mixed Doubles Champions
Greater Noida, January 25: Top seed Aditya Ruhela delivered a dominant performance to defeat ninth seed Harsh Mehta 11-2, 11-2 and clinch the PRO Open men's singles title at the 4th IPA Pickleball Nationals held at Bennett University, Greater Noida, according to a release by the IPA.
WPBL 2025: Bengaluru Jawans dominate Hyderabad Superstars to extend winning streak
Mumbai, Jan 25: Bengaluru Jawans continued their unbeaten run in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) with a commanding 3-1 victory over Hyderabad Superstars on Day 2 of the competition at the CCI courts at Brabourne Stadium here on Saturday. The Jawans showcased their dominance and consistency across the five matches leaving Hyderabad searching for their first win of the tournament.
4th IPA Pickleball Nationals: Aditya Ruhela-Harsh Mehta to face off in open men's singles final
Greater Noida, January 25: Rajasthan's Aditya Ruhela will face Maharashtra's Harsh Mehta in a classic encounter in the finals of the Pro Open Men's singles category of the 4th IPA Pickleball Nationals, which is being played at Bennett University in Greater Noida.
WPBL 2025: Mumbai Pickle Power beat Pune United 3-1 for winning start
Mumbai, Jan 24: Mumbai Pickle Power earned the bragging rights in the Maharashtra Derby with an easy 3-1 victory against Pune United in the inaugural clash of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) in Brabourne Stadium on Friday evening.
Rakul Preet, Jackky Bhagnani join as co-owners of Hyderabad Superstars for World Pickleball League
New Delhi, January 24: Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani have joined hands with KLO Sports as co-owners of the Hyderabad Superstars in the upcoming World Pickleball League starting in Mumbai from Saturday.
WPBL franchise Hyderabad Superstars onboard Rakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani as co-owners
Hyderabad, Jan 24: Bollywood actors Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani have joined hands with KLO Sports as co-owners of the Hyderabad Superstars in the upcoming World Pickleball League, starting in Mumbai on Saturday.
Chennai Super Champs gear up for fiery clash with Bengaluru Jawans in WPBL
Chennai, Jan 23: Chennai Super Champs will start their campaign in the World Pickleball League (WPBL) with a high-stakes Southern Derby against Bengaluru Jawans at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) on Friday.
Mumbai Pickle Power take on Pune United in World Pickleball League curtain-raiser
Mumbai, Jan 23: Mumbai Pickle Power will take on Maharashtra rivals Pune United in the opening match of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) on Friday, kick-starting the India leg of the mega event that will have a total of 15 ties comprising five matches each.
Indian Pickleball Association announces 4th IPA Nationals tournament
Greater Noida, January 22: The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) announced on Wednesday that its 4th IPA Nationals will take place from January 23-26, 2025, at Bennett University in Greater Noida.
Indian Pickleball Association announces 4th IPA Nationals tournament
Greater Noida, January 22: The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) announced on Wednesday that its 4th IPA Nationals will take place from January 23-26, 2025, at Bennett University in Greater Noida.
Alia Bhatt plays pickleball as she balances motherhood and work
Mumbai, Jan 15: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, who was recently seen in ‘Jigra’, was spotted playing pickleball in the city. She was playing a doubles game with actor Aditya Seal in her team.
Mumbai's 'Cricket Club of India' to host inaugural season of World Pickleball League
Mumbai, January 14: The World Pickleball League (WPBL), India's first franchise-based Pickleball league, is set to make history at Mumbai's iconic Brabourne Stadium Cricket Club of India (CCI) stadium. Beginning January 24, the league becomes the first non-cricket sporting tournament to be held on CCI's renowned cricket ground in over 15 years, according to World Pickleball League release.
Adani Sportsline organises Ahmedabad Radio Pickleball Smash
Ahmedabad, Jan 8: Adani Sportsline recently organised a pickleball tournament, exclusively for the city's radio professionals, at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park, Paldi.
Bengaluru Jawans joins World Pickleball League as latest franchise
Bengaluru, January 3: Bengaluru Jawans has joined as the latest franchise in the World Pickleball League (WPBL), with the team owned by star film couple, filmmaker Atlee and his wife Priya Atlee.