Mumbai to host global pickleball league season two and grand slam 2025

MUMBAI: Mumbai will host season two of the Global Sports Pickleball Pro and Challenger League alongside the Grand Slam 2025 from December 16 to 23, as the sport sharpens its competitive footprint in India.

The week-long tournament at the Andheri sports complex will feature leading international players, top Indian talent, emerging athletes and 10 team owners, underlining India’s growing appeal as a destination for elite pickleball.

Proceedings will open with a grand ceremony on December 16 at 5 pm, to be broadcast live on Zee5, Zee Café and &flix. The event will include the unveiling of the 2025 trophy and an exhibition match featuring select marquee players.

Global Sports Pickleball has partnered with Zee5 for nationwide broadcast coverage. The Grand Slam matches will be streamed exclusively on Zee5 from 9 am to 12 pm, while the Pro and Challenger League fixtures will air daily from 3 pm to 10 pm across Zee5, Zee Café and &flix.

“The 2025 season brings an exciting mix of players, from Asia’s no. 1 Quang Duong to 15-year-old sensation Arjun Singh and experienced competitors such as Megan Fudge,” said Hemal Jain, chief designer – pickleball growth, global sports pickleball. “Indian players competing alongside the world’s best will accelerate the sport’s development in the country.”

With international stars, structured formats and expanded television and digital reach, the Global Sports Pickleball League and Grand Slam 2025 are positioned as one of India’s most ambitious pickleball showcases to date.