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Harsh Mehta to captain India’s Pro squad for Pickleball World Cup 2026

Harsh Mehta to captain India’s Pro squad for Pickleball World Cup 2026

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The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) announced the official Team India contingent for the Pickleball World Cup 2026 following a highly competitive selection process, the nation’s finest senior pickleball talent has been selected to represent India Pro category at the Pickleball World Cup 2026 which will be held at Da Nang, Vietnam from the 30th of August to the 6th of September 2026. “This squad represents the absolute pinnacle of Indian pickleball. With Harsh Mehta’s brilliant leadership alongside dominant forces like Arjun, Anish, Aman, Aaliyah, Mihika and the formidable Amalsdiwala sisters, we have a world-class lineup. We aren’t going to Da Nang just to compete; we are going to conquer. This team has the hunger, the depth, and the synergy to bring the World Cup home. Indian Pickleball Association has been and will continue to be committed towards India’s pickleball excellence both within the country and on the international stage ” Said, Mr. Suryaveer Singh Bhullar, President, Indian Pickleball Association. “Talent wins matches, but unity wins championships. As Team India, our greatest strength is playing for …

Aamir Khan slips during Pickleball match, gets back instantly; fans say, ‘Still so steady’ | Bollywood News

Aamir Khan slips during Pickleball match, gets back instantly; fans say, ‘Still so steady’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Feb 8, 2026 04:45 PM IST Actor Aamir Khan brought his signature charm to a World Pickleball League 2026 exhibition match held on Saturday at Jio World Garden in Mumbai. The 60-year-old actor shared the court with three lucky enthusiasts during the semi-finals of the second season, where the actor slipped mid-play. Aamir Khan slips while playing pickleball In a viral video from the event, Aamir Khan can be seen moving forward to return a shot when he suddenly loses his footing and rolls on the court. Moments later, he was back on his feet, smiling, and resumed playing as if nothing had happened. Fans were quick to admire his agility and composure, with one commenting, “At his age, many people don’t even step onto the ground,” while another added, “He is so steady.” Some pointed out the minor mishap, noting, “That was a good return from the opposite side. He fell because of poor footwork.” Aamir Khan’s visit to Arijit Singh’s hometown Earlier this month, Aamir Khan made headlines when …

Aamir Khan FALLS hard during his Pickleball match at WPBL 2026 In Mumbai; fans shocked after he… [Viral Video]

Aamir Khan FALLS hard during his Pickleball match at WPBL 2026 In Mumbai; fans shocked after he… [Viral Video]

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Aamir Khan FALLS hard during his Pickleball match at WPBL 2026 In Mumbai; fans shocked after he… [Viral Video] Aamir is seen playing enthusiastically and competitively as he comes forward to return a shot. He loses his balance and stumbles, temporarily rolling across the court before being pulled up by a teammate. On Saturday, February 7, actor Aamir Khan was seen playing a friendly exhibition game with three fans at the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026 at Jio World Garden in Mumbai, until the match took an unexpected turn when he slipped on the court, with videos of the incident quickly going viral on social media. Aamir Khan falls while playing… In the viral video, Aamir is seen playing enthusiastically and competitively as he comes forward to return a shot. He loses his balance and stumbles, temporarily rolling across the court before being pulled up by a teammate. What happens next impresses spectators, as the actor swiftly regains his calm, smiles, and starts performing. How fans reacted to his sportsman …

Aamir Khan takes a stumble during World Pickleball League in Mumbai

Aamir Khan takes a stumble during World Pickleball League in Mumbai

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During the ongoing World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026, actor Aamir Khan made a special appearance and joined fans for a friendly match in Mumbai on Saturday. Videos of the actor playing alongside fans soon went viral on social media. However, the match briefly had viewers holding their breath when Aamir slipped and fell on the court while attempting a shot. Aamir Khan falls during pickleball On Saturday, Aamir participated in an exhibition game with three fans at Jio World Garden in Mumbai. The actor played two games during the event. In one of the videos doing the rounds online, Aamir is seen charging forward to return a shot when he suddenly loses his balance, stumbles, and rolls on the court. Fortunately, the actor quickly got back on his feet, flashed a reassuring smile, and resumed playing, indicating that he was unharmed.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) “We are extremely thankful to Aamir …

Aamir Khan suffers fall during World Pickleball League game; what he did next impresses fans. Watch

Aamir Khan suffers fall during World Pickleball League game; what he did next impresses fans. Watch

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Superstar Aamir Khan made an appearance at the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026 in Mumbai on Saturday, where he joined fans for a friendly game. The match briefly took an unexpected turn when the actor slipped on the court mid-play. On Saturday, Aamir joined the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026 to play an exhibition game with three fans at the Jio World Garden in Mumbai. However, staying true to his sporting spirit, Aamir quickly got back on his feet, flashed a smile, and carried on with the game, earning cheers from those present. Aamir Khan stumbles On Saturday, Aamir joined the World Pickleball League (WPBL) 2026 to play an exhibition game with three fans at the Jio World Garden in Mumbai. Saturday was the day for the two semi-finals of the second season of the WPBL. Aamir played two games with the fans. Several videos from the event have surfaced on social media, with one clip in particular drawing significant attention. The video shows Aamir playing the game. As he moves forward on the court …

India’s big pickleball leap has arrived through the IPBL

India’s big pickleball leap has arrived through the IPBL

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The Indian Pickleball League (IPBL) has created ripples across Indian sports as India’s first official pickleball league, backed by the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) and recognised by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs. The week-long inaugural edition of the league, held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi from December 1-7, marks a major milestone in the fast-rising trajectory of pickleball in India. On Sunday, the IPBL crowned its first-ever champions, with the Mumbai Smashers clinching the trophy after a decisive victory over the Hyderabad Royals in the final. IPA’s recognition as the official federation The rapid rise of pickleball within India’s sporting landscape comes close on the heels of a pivotal milestone in the sport’s national journey. In a letter dated April 25, 2025, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports had formally granted the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) the status of a National Sports Federation (NSF). In keeping with IPA’s application the Ministry agreed to “recognize the IPA as a National Sports Federation,” solidifying its authority to guide pickleball’s growth …

Global Pickleball Federation President Javier Regalado

Global Pickleball Federation President Javier Regalado

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Pickleball has been growing at a remarkable pace in the country, and the week-long Indian Pickleball League (IPBL), which concluded in the heart of the capital at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, is a testament to it. So much so that even the Global Pickleball Federation President, Javier Regalado, flew down to witness the spectacle and was impressed by the organisation of IPBL. Speaking exclusively to The Bridge on the sidelines of the India’s first official pickleball league, Regalado said the IPBL has positioned India as the leading country in organizing the first official pickleball league. “The experience was amazing, incredible. This is something that is not being done anywhere. Here, the fan experience and the player experience is just incredible. So what I see here puts India as the leading country in organizing these kinds of events,” he said. MUMBAI SMASHERS ARE THE CHAMPIONS OF THE INAUGURAL EDITION OF INDIAN PICKLEBALL LEAGUE 🏆💪 The team from Mumbai beat Hyderabad Royals 5-1 in the Grand Finale tie, winning the men’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles …

Mumbai Smashers complete fairytale surge to claim Indian Pickleball League title

Mumbai Smashers complete fairytale surge to claim Indian Pickleball League title

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Mumbai Smashers charted a miracle run, going from sixth to champions with a win over Hyderabad Royals in the Grand Finale of the Indian Pickleball League—launched by The Times Group and recognised as India’s only official pickleball league sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. Mumbai capped their turnaround in front of Hon’ble Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Mr. Kiren Rijiju, with a 5-1 win over Hyderabad on Sunday at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Vineet Jain, Managing Director, Times Group, said: “Pickleball has a special quality. It has the potential to become a mass participation sport. I want to thank all the team owners, players, referees, general managers, guests, and everybody behind the league. Today was the first serve and we have lots of plans.” An All-Star match set the tone for the Grand Finale, a glittering exhibition featuring Mr Jain, GPF President Javier Regalado, IPA President Suryaveer Singh Bhullar, DUPR CEO Tito Machado, international star Hercilio Cabieses, team owners, …

IPBL 2025: Hyderabad stun Chennai to set up title clash with Mumbai

IPBL 2025: Hyderabad stun Chennai to set up title clash with Mumbai

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Hyderabad Royals staged a stunning comeback to topple Chennai Super Warriors 4-2 in Qualifier 1, while Mumbai Smashers’ fairytale surge continued as they swept past Lucknow Leopards in the Eliminator and stunned Chennai in Qualifier 2 – both 4–2 – to book their place in the Final of the 2025 Indian Pickleball League – launched by The Times Group and recognised as India’s only official pickleball league sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. A three-way tie for fourth meant a Play-In preceded the knockouts, unfolding before Global Pickleball Federation President Javier Regalado and Bollywood actress Nushrratt Bharuccha, star of hit movies Pyaar ka Punchnama 1 & 2, Dream Girl, and more. With Grand Rallies played to 25, Mumbai Smashers edged Capital Warriors Gurgaon 25-24 in a breathless opener, then backed it up with a composed 25-22 win over Bengaluru Blasters to secure fourth place and seal their spot in the playoffs. In the placement rally, Bengaluru defeated Gurgaon 25-21 to finish fifth. In Qualifier 1, Chennai Super …

Inside India’s official pickleball league

Inside India’s official pickleball league

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Nestled within the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, the New Delhi’s KD Jadhav Indoor Hall is bustling with activity. Six teams are locked in battle and up for grabs is the coveted champions’ title of the Indian Pickleball League (IPBL) – a new league that is changing the landscape of the sport in the country. With the inaugural edition taking place between December 1 and 7, 2025 in New Delhi, the IPBL is emerging as the country’s first official pickleball league, sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), endorsed by the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF) and recognised by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs. The IPBL comes at a time when the sport is witnessing rapid global growth and is being celebrated for its accessibility and fast-paced energy. With over five million players and a $1.3 billion market worldwide, the sport’s rise is undeniable. In India, pickleball is expanding rapidly across key cities, with participation projected to reach a million by 2028. Around 80% of its players are in the age group of 18 and …