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The World Pickleball League is taking the sport nationwide with over 50 events across India. They've teamed up with four major partners to create camps, tournaments, and social gatherings for all skill levels. This initiative specifically focuses on nurturing beginners while also creating women-focused programming through Sisters-In-Sweat. The tour builds excitement for WPBL Season 2 while making pickleball more accessible to communities across the country.

Key Points: WPBL On Tour Launches 50+ Pickleball Events Across India

  • WPBL partners with four brands to host 57 pickleball events nationwide
  • Events include beginner camps, women-focused programs and social gatherings
  • Initiative aims to build foundation for WPBL Season 2 in January 2026
  • Program designed to nurture beginners through starter camps and tournaments
  • Partners include KheloMore, Panda Plays Pickle and Sisters-In-Sweat
  • Events blend competition with community building and cultural elements
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WPBL On Tour on-boards leading brands to host 50-plus pickleball events across India

World Pickleball League partners with KheloMore, Swiggy Scenes & Sisters-In-Sweat for 57 grassroots events building toward Season 2 in 2026

"We are creating meaningful engagement for communities and delivering long-term value to our franchises - Gaurav Natekar, WPBL Founder and CEO"

Mumbai, October 6

The World Pickleball League (WPBL) on Monday announced the expansion of its flagship initiative, WPBL On Tour, delivering more than 50 pickleball events across India over the next four months.

Teaming up with four dynamic partners — KheloMore, Panda Plays Pickle x Swiggy Scenes, FerroHub Sports, and Sisters-In-Sweat — the League will host numerous camps, tournaments, and social gatherings that will transform how India experiences the sport, as per a press release.

The events have been designed to nurture beginners and emerging players through starter camps and tournaments, blending competition with community and culture. Gaurav Natekar, WPBL Founder and CEO, said, "From the very beginning, our vision with WPBL On Tour has been to ensure that our franchises and communities truly benefit. Through 57 events with our partners leading up to Season 2, we are creating meaningful engagement for communities and delivering long-term value to our franchises. By building opportunities around these events, we are not only strengthening the League but also helping grow the sport, inspiring more people to step onto the court, and encouraging healthier, fitter lifestyles."

KheloMore leads the charge with 14 events designed to nurture beginners and emerging players through starter camps and tournaments. Panda Plays Pickle x Swiggy Scenes bring their flair for social formats, curating 10 high-energy events. FerroHub Sports adds its own flavour with three community-driven gatherings in Bengaluru, tapping into the city's growing love for the game. And Sisters-In-Sweat, stepping in with 24 women-first events, gives the calendar even more depth and variety, ensuring every player — from casual enthusiasts to aspiring pros — finds a place on court.

Apart from the six franchise-led city tournaments, WPBL On Tour now features a diverse calendar of grassroots starter camps, lifestyle-led shuffle showdowns, community gatherings, and women-focused programs, reinforcing WPBL's commitment to year-round engagement, franchise integration, and ecosystem development.

With Season 2 of WPBL scheduled for January 2026, WPBL On Tour provides the foundation for long-term growth, positioning pickleball as India's fastest-growing sport and a compelling platform for brand partnerships.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Great initiative! India needs more sports infrastructure beyond cricket. The 50+ events across multiple cities will really help popularize pickleball. Hope they include tier 2 cities too in future expansions.
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Rohit P
Played pickleball during my US trip last year - it's super fun and easy to learn. Glad it's coming to India with proper structure. The beginner camps are exactly what we need to get started.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the effort, I hope they maintain quality across all 57 events. Sometimes these initiatives start strong but lose steam. Proper execution will be key to making pickleball stick in India.
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Meera T
The partnership with Swiggy Scenes is brilliant! Combining food and sports - that's so Indian! 😄 Looking forward to the social events. Perfect weekend activity for families and friends.
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Vikram M
As a sports enthusiast, I'm excited about this. The mix of competitive tournaments and community gatherings is smart. Hope they keep the registration fees reasonable to encourage mass participation.

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