Pickleball competition grows in India with IPBL stars and regional tournament wins

Pickleball continues to see growth and competitive activity in India through various leagues and tournaments. In the Indian Pickleball League (IPBL), standout performers from the inaugural season include Quang Duong, who led the Mumbai Smashers to the championship and earned Men's MVP honors, and Megan Fudge, the women's category MVP for the Hyderabad Royals.

Other notable IPBL athletes include Roos van Reek, recognized for her performance in women's singles, and former professional tennis player Ryler DeHeart.

In regional competition, Arpit Fultariya secured the gold medal in the 30+ Men's Singles category at the Sportify Dink Master held in Anand, Gujarat. Tanay Yadav took silver, while Rushi Patel earned the bronze. The Indian Pickleball Association, the sport's official governing body in the country, continues to oversee national rankings and sanctioned events to develop the sport across all skill levels.