World Tennis League Bengaluru 2025: Teams, owners and star players revealed for four-day tennis spectacle
The World Tennis League arrives in Bengaluru from December 17-20 with four franchise teams featuring global and Indian stars. Defending champions Game Changers Falcons, VB Realty Hawks, Aussie Mavericks Kites, and AOS Eagles promise high-octane action. Lineups and coaches unveiled.
Hyderabad: The excitement for the World Tennis League (WTL), licensed and managed by Iconik Sports and Events Ltd., is increasing countrywide, as ‘The Greatest Show on Court!’ comes to Bengaluru, from December 17-20.
Ahead of the four-day tennis action at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium, the league has now unveiled the team owners and composition, bringing together global and Indian tennis stars guided by the energetic new leadership.
This season’s franchise owners include the defending champions Game Changers Falcons (owned by Amandeep Singh, Game Changers FZCO), VB Realty Hawks (owned by Vashu Bhagnani), Aussie Mavericks Kites (owned by Dr. Umed Shekhawat, Amit Sahni and Kewal Kalra), and AOS Eagles (owned by AOS Sports Tournament, Dubai, and helmed by Satender Pal Chhabra).
ame Changers Falcons’ Amandeep Singh said “We are back to defend the title with yet another impactful lineup. Our squad brings a balance of power and experience, led by Medvedev’s court dominance and Bopanna’s doubles expertise. With Magda and Sahaja adding depth and versatility, we are looking at a power-packed season ahead!”
Vashu Bhagnani, owner of VB Realty Hawks said, “We’ve curated a team that thrives under pressure and truly reflects the competitive spirit of the Hawks. Shapovalov’s explosive style, paired with the consistency of Bhambri and the resilience of Svitolina and Maaya, makes us a dynamic and adaptive unit. We’re here to make our first season of WTL, a memorable one!”
Dr. Umed Shekhawat, from Aussie Mavericks Kites said, “With Kyrgios’ explosive serve and big-match temperament, Kostyuk’s aggression, and strong Indian representation through Dhakshineshwar and Ankita, the Aussie Mavericks Kites are built for high-impact, winning tennis. Our team is ready to bring ambition and a fearless approach to WTL’s India debut, leaving the fans wanting for more.”
AOS Eagles’ Satender Pal Chhabra said, “A blend of experience, hunger, and versatility – that’s the Eagles’ DNA. This team has the spark to ignite the league and the discipline to go the distance. Monfils’ charisma, Nagal’s hunger, and the balanced depth with Paula and Shrivalli bring a lineup that is here to dominate WTL.”
The teams: Game Changers Falcons: Daniil Medvedev, Rohan Bopanna, Magda Linette, Sahaja Yamalapalli. Coach: John Laffnie de Jager
VB Realty Hawks: Denis Shapovalov, Yuki Bhambri, Elina Svitolina, Maaya Revathi. Coach: Robert Lindstedt.
Aussie Mavericks Kites: Nick Kyrgios, Dhakshineshwar Suresh, Marta Kostyuk, Ankita Raina. Coach: Julian Knowle.
AOS Eagles: Gael Monfils, Sumit Nagal, Paula Badosa, Shrivally Bhamidipaty. Coach: Mark Gellard.
