The league is set to bring together the finest pickleball talent, with players selected through an auction-based drafting format. The player registration window for the auction started on Tuesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The league's prize pool is significant, with each Pro team receiving a purse of USD 62,500 and Challenger teams receiving USD 12,500.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With 75 Pro and 75 Challenger players shortlisted, the auction will take place in July\/August 2025, ensuring a highly competitive draft where five players per team (comprising 50 Pro & 50 Challenger players) will be selected. The league also introduces an exciting Grand Slam of Pickleball, further elevating the sport\u2019s presence in India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Commenting about the upcoming season, Shashank Khaitan, partner at Global Sports, said, \"Pickleball is growing at an unprecedented pace in India, and with the Global Sports Pro & Challenger League coming back at the end of the year, we are creating a world-class platform for athletes to showcase their skills.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"This league is not just about competition; it\u2019s about building a thriving ecosystem for pickleball in the country and allowing Indian players to be recognized on a global stage,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Commenting about the upcoming season, Shashank Khaitan, partner at Global Sports, said, \"Pickleball is growing at an unprecedented pace in India, and with the Global Sports Pro & Challenger League coming back at the end of the year, we are creating a world-class platform for athletes to showcase their skills.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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