Mumbai Smashers completed a stunning turnaround to defeat Hyderabad Royals 5-1 in the Indian Pickleball League final in Delhi. The Times Group–backed, IPA-sanctioned league saw Mumbai rise from sixth place to champions, capping their run in front of dignitaries and fans.
Hyderabad Royals staged a comeback from 0–2 down to beat Chennai Super Warriors 4-2 in Qualifier 1 and reach the Indian Pickleball League final. Mumbai Smashers later defeated Lucknow Leopards in a dramatic Eliminator to advance to Qualifier 2
Hyderabad Royals unveiled their squad for the inaugural Indian Pickleball League, featuring international stars Ben Newell and Megan Fudge. The six-team competition begins December 1 in Delhi, with 53 players drafted across categories to showcase India’s emerging pickleball talent