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The World Padel League is expanding to six teams for its third season in Mumbai. Top global players will compete in a five-day event at the Nesco Center. The league aims to boost padel’s popularity in India with international talent and local engagement. The Indian Padel Federation backs the initiative as the sport gains momentum nationwide.

Key Points: World Padel League Expands to Six Teams for Mumbai Season 3

  • WPL expands from four to six teams for Season 3
  • Mumbai hosts five days of action-packed matches
  • SG Pipers Cheetahs won last edition
  • Indian Padel Federation supports league growth
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Two new franchises join World Padel League for upcoming third season

WPL adds two new franchises for Season 3 in Mumbai, featuring top global padel talent and backed by the Indian Padel Federation.

"India is fast emerging as a high-potential growth hub for padel. – Hemali Sharma, WPL Co-founder"

Mumbai, June 17

After making a successful India debut in February this year, the World Padel League (WPL) announced the return of its third season. The league, supported by the Indian Padel Federation, is set to take place between August 12 to 16 here at the Nesco Center.

In the upcoming season, WPL is set to grow from four franchises to six, with two new teams joining the mix. The upcoming season promises five days of action-packed matches in the heart of Mumbai, featuring top global padel players.

Expressing excitement for the upcoming season, Hemali Sharma, co-founder, World Padel League said, “The growth of padel in India has been a journey to watch out for. Just six months since our last edition, Season 3 of the WPL marks a major milestone as we expand the scale of competition and set new benchmarks for the sport. India is fast emerging as a high-potential growth hub for padel. Our ambition goes beyond fostering the sport as we aim to craft a dynamic, world-class sporting experience that captivates seasoned fans and first-time audiences alike.”

Sneha Abraham Sehgal, President, Indian Padel Federation, added, “The World Padel League has played a crucial role in elevating padel’s visibility in India. With a growing ecosystem of players, clubs, and infrastructure investments, the country is poised to become a key padel destination in the region. Initiatives like the WPL blend international talent with local engagement, giving budding players the encouragement to elevate their game at par with global standards. We are happy to extend our continued support to the league.”

Held at the Nesco Center, the last edition saw SG Pipers Cheetahs clinching the title by defeating the Vernost Jaguars in a thrilling final. With two new teams joining the fray, Season 3 promises a dynamic fusion of world-class sport and high-voltage entertainment.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Great to see padel gaining popularity in India! 🎾 The expansion to 6 teams shows how quickly this sport is growing. Hope we get to see some Indian players competing at this level soon. The Nesco Center is a perfect venue for such events.
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Priya M.
I attended the last season and it was super fun! The energy was electric âš¡. Though I wish ticket prices were slightly lower to make it more accessible for families. Looking forward to seeing which cities the new franchises represent!
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Arjun S.
While I appreciate new sports coming to India, I hope the federation focuses equally on developing local talent. Right now it seems heavily dependent on international players. What's the roadmap for grassroots development?
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Neha P.
Padel is such an exciting sport - easy to learn but tough to master! 😊 Glad Mumbai is becoming a hub for international sporting events. Maybe next season they can include some Bollywood celebrities in exhibition matches to attract more crowds?
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Vikram J.
The SG Pipers Cheetahs vs Vernost Jaguars final last season was epic! Hope the new teams bring that same level of competition. Also, would love to see more Indian corporate sponsors coming forward to support such initiatives.
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Sanjana R.
As someone who took up padel during lockdown, I'm thrilled to see its professional growth in India! But we need more courts across cities - currently it's only accessible in premium clubs. Hope the federation works on this.

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