Kidambi Srikanth Powers Into Pickleball: India’s former men’s singles World No.1 badminton player Kidambi Srikanth has joined the Hyderabad Pickleball League (HPL) as an investor in the Nandi Chargers. His involvement adds star power and sporting experience to the league, which will debut in Hyderabad this October, with matches scheduled every Friday night from October 10 to November 28.
Srikanth Brings Expertise
With more than a dozen international badminton titles, Kidambi Srikanth has been instrumental in India’s rise in world badminton. His partnership with Nandi Chargers brings a champion’s mindset and competitive spirit to pickleball.
“I am truly excited to be part of the Hyderabad Pickleball League and to join hands with the Nandi Chargers. Pickleball is fast-paced, dynamic, and has everything it takes to connect with fans in India; it’s accessible, thrilling to watch, and highly competitive. What excites me most is the opportunity to bring my sporting experience into a new arena and to help raise the profile of this league. Being involved right at the start of this journey makes it even more meaningful, and I believe the Nandi Chargers can set the tone by being a team that competes with passion and pride,” Srikanth said.
Nandi Chargers Welcomes Srikanth
Anirudh Ponnala, franchise owner of Nandi Chargers, welcomed Srikanth to the team. “We are delighted to welcome Srikanth to the Nandi Chargers family. His stature as one of India’s greatest badminton players brings immense credibility and energy to our team. Together, we aim to build a franchise that stands for excellence, competitiveness, and a winning spirit,” Ponnala said.
League Details
The Hyderabad Pickleball League will feature eight franchise teams. Matches are scheduled on Friday nights from October 10 through November 28. With Srikanth’s entry, the Nandi Chargers are expected to be one of the most exciting teams of the season.
News in Brief: Kidambi Srikanth Powers Into Pickleball
Former World No.1 badminton player Kidambi Srikanth has invested in the Nandi Chargers franchise in the Hyderabad Pickleball League. The HPL debuts in Hyderabad this October with eight teams. Srikanth’s involvement brings star power and experience, aiming to boost the league’s profile and make the Nandi Chargers a top team.