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World Pickleball League: Bengaluru Jawans crowned champions

World Pickleball League: Bengaluru Jawans crowned champions

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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. The high-octane final saw Bengaluru Jawans face Pune United, two teams that took contrasting yet rewarding paths to the summit clash. Jack Foster’s dominant 26-8 win in men’s singles set the tone, followed by Trang Hyunh-McClain and Alejandra Borobia’s 13-9 victory in women’s doubles. Pune fought back with William Sobek and Vanshik Kapadia’s 15-6 men’s doubles win but Katerina Stewart’s 21-9 triumph over Brooke Revuelta sealed Bengaluru’s championship. Reflecting on the victory, Stewart shared, “I’m super grateful and so happy – I still can’t believe it’s happening. These 10 days of pickleball in India have been absolutely crazy. “I came here for the experience, and I definitely got that. Winning with my team made it even more special. There were tough moments, like at 5-5 today, when I was panicking a little, but I reminded myself to stay calm and control what I could – and it worked,” …

Bengaluru Jawans beat Hyderabad Superstars to extend winning streak

Bengaluru Jawans beat Hyderabad Superstars to extend winning streak

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Bengaluru Jawans continued their unbeaten run in the World Pickleball League with a commanding 3-1 victory over Hyderabad Superstars on Saturday in Mumbai. The Jawans showcased their dominance and consistency across the five matches leaving Hyderabad searching for their first win of the tournament. The men’s singles opened the proceedings, with Bengaluru’s Jack Foster delivering a clinical performance against Superstars’ Kuldip Mahajan wearing the Hyderabad blue. Jack stormed to an early 9-0 lead, setting the tone for the tie, and secured a decisive 19-6 win despite Hyderabad’s tactical Pickle Play substitution of Max Freeman. In the women’s doubles, the pairings of Alejandra Bobaria Lopez and Trang (Bengaluru) and Grigoriu and Cavataio (Hyderabad) fought tooth and nail in a game filled with spectacular rallies and smashes. The match ended in a rare 8-8 draw, highlighting the intense competition between the teams. Bengaluru consolidated their position in the men’s doubles, where Marcello Jardim and Mauro Garcia put on a dominant display against Hyderabad’s Ross Whittaker and Max Freeman. Despite a brief resurgence from Hyderabad, the Jawans comfortably …

World’s fastest growing sport makes a splash in India – Preview

World’s fastest growing sport makes a splash in India – Preview

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Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the world, is all set to make a splash in India. The World Pickleball League, a franchise-based tournament held under the aegis of the All India Pickleball Federation, commenced on Friday at Mumbai. The inaugural edition of the league has six teams in the fray – Mumbai Pickle Power, Chennai Super Champs, Dilli Dilwale, Pune United, Bengaluru Jawans, and Hyderabad Super Stars – battle it out for ultimate glory at the CCI in Mumbai. Much like the sport in general, the World Pickleball League will see a mixture of youth and experience in the six teams with players from 14 countries across the globe. Each team consists of a total of eight players, taking the total tally of players picked up in the draft to 48. All the teams have at least one Indian player in their set-up. A total of 75 players from 20 countries were up for grabs in the draft. How the teams stack up? The home team – Mumbai Pickle Power – will get the tournament …

Pickleball fever grips India as World Pickleball League debuts with a bang

Pickleball fever grips India as World Pickleball League debuts with a bang

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The inaugural day of the World Pickleball League was a spectacle to remember, held at the iconic Brabourne Stadium on Friday. With an atmosphere brimming with excitement, the stage was set for an extraordinary opening, and it delivered beyond expectations. The league kicked off with a bang, featuring an electrifying Maharashtra derby between Mumbai Pickle Power and Pune United. With the league’s fast-paced 15-minute-per-match format, fans were guaranteed nerve-wracking and exciting moments throughout, and the first tie delivered exactly that! Grand opener: Maharashtra derby The event was graced by Gaurav Natekar, Co-Founder of the World Pickleball League, along with his wife. Joining them were Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh, co-owners of Pune United, who brought star power to boost their team’s morale. The tie commenced with an exciting matchup, as both teams fielded their top players, Brandon Lane for Mumbai Pickle Power and Mateusz Matysik for Pune United. However, the support of the star power didn’t matter much as Mumbai Pickle Power’s Brandon Lane completely outclassed Mateusz in every department of the opening clash as the …

Bengaluru Jawans stun Chennai Super Champs

Bengaluru Jawans stun Chennai Super Champs

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Bengaluru Jawans capped off their opening match of the World Pickleball League (WPBL) with a 5-0 victory over a spirited Chennai Super Champs outfit in their encounter at the Cricket Club of India (CCI)-Brabourne Stadium this evening. Despite the lopsided scoreline, Chennai displayed immense grit and determination, pushing their opponents in key moments of the match. However, Bengaluru’s clinical execution proved decisive, though Chennai thrilled the spectators with their stunning performance, something that will keep the fans excited when they set about to better their performances further in the league. The Bengaluru Jawans blank the Chennai Super Champs in tie #2 of the World Pickleball League on Friday night.#pickleball #worldpickleballleague pic.twitter.com/TTs85UCTiu — The Bridge (@the_bridge_in) January 24, 2025 The match opened with an intense men’s singles showdown between Edward Perez of Chennai and Jack Foster of Bengaluru. Perez fought valiantly and kept the scores neck and neck throughout the match, but Foster’s composure under pressure saw him edge out a 15-14 win to give Bengaluru an early lead. The women’s doubles clash saw Chennai’s Thaddea …

Chennai Super Champs to start campaign against Bengaluru Jawans

Chennai Super Champs to start campaign against Bengaluru Jawans

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Chennai Super Champs begin their campaign in the World Pickleball League with clash against Bengaluru Jawans at the Cricket Club of India on Friday. Squad Overview Led by world-renowned coach Joey Farias, the Chennai Super Champs boast a star-studded squad filled with international and Indian talent. The team’s strategy revolves around its blend of skilled veterans and hungry newcomers who are ready to prove their mettle on the global pickleball stage. The squad includes the explosive Edward Perez and Tanner Tomassi from the USA, complemented by the tactical brilliance of Sarah Jane Lim and Anna Clarice Patrimonio from the Philippines. Etienne Blaszkewycz of Canada and Thaddea Lock of the UK bring depth to the lineup, while Tyra Calderwood of Australia adds her wealth of experience to the mix. Indian star Sonu Kumar Vishwakarma rounds out the team, poised to make his mark. Setting the Tone As one of the most anticipated teams in the tournament, Chennai Super Champs will aim to set the tone early with a strong showing against their southern rivals. With fixtures …