These historic trials mark the formation of Team India\u2019s first official national pickleball contingent, set to represent the country at the second edition of the Pickleball World Cup, to be held in Florida, USA from October 27 to November 2, under the sanction of the Global Pickleball Federation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The trials witnessed participation from over 140 top players from across India, including Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, Haryana, and Rajasthan, all vying for a spot in Team India. Selections were made across three categories: Open, Under-16, and 50+.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Open Category<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Men\u2019s Singles: Aman Patel<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Women\u2019s Singles: Amrita Mukherjee<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Men\u2019s Doubles: Dhiren Patel & Suraj Desai<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Women\u2019s Doubles: Rakshikha Ravi & Sindoor Mittal<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Under-16 Category<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Girls: Aayra Khanna & Anushka Chhabaria<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Boys: Veer Shah & Vivan Patel <\/p>\r\n\r\n
50+ Category<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Men\u2019s Doubles: Suryaveer Singh Bhullar & Nitten Kirtane <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Women\u2019s Doubles: Bela Kotwani & Sujay Parekh <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking at the closing of the trials, Aalap Sharma, Treasurer and Selection Committee Chairman, IPA, said, \u201cThis is a proud and historic moment for Indian pickleball. We have successfully completed the process of selecting our first official Team India, and I congratulate all the athletes on getting selected. Many thanks to all the stakeholders who helped us conduct the trials with utmost transparency and sporting integrity. The level of talent on display assures us that India is ready to make a strong statement on the world stage.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe formation of a national team under the official recognition of MYAS and SAI marks a turning point for pickleball in India. As we prepare for the World Cup, we also look forward to inspiring many more athletes to pursue this fast-growing sport,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking at the closing of the trials, Aalap Sharma, Treasurer and Selection Committee Chairman, IPA, said, \u201cThis is a proud and historic moment for Indian pickleball. We have successfully completed the process of selecting our first official Team India, and I congratulate all the athletes on getting selected. Many thanks to all the stakeholders who helped us conduct the trials with utmost transparency and sporting integrity. The level of talent on display assures us that India is ready to make a strong statement on the world stage.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Indian contingent will now enter a training and preparation phase, overseen by the IPA\u2019s high-performance team, before flying to Florida in October. With pickleball\u2019s popularity soaring in India and globally, Team India\u2019s participation is expected to further boost the sport\u2019s presence and inspire a new generation of athletes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n