Sunil Gavaskar and his Son Rohan Gavaskar Join Dilli Dillwale: The World Pickleball League (WPBL) has received a major boost with the announcement that cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar and his son Rohan Gavaskar have joined Dilli Dillwale as co-owners. This exciting partnership brings the renowned Gavaskar family’s sports legacy to the rapidly growing sport of pickleball.
A New Era for Pickleball in India
The WPBL, which is set to be a groundbreaking pickleball event in India, is now attracting even more attention with the involvement of the Gavaskars. Dilli Dillwale, one of the league’s six competing teams, is now co-owned by the iconic family, bringing their immense popularity and experience to the sport.
Sunil Gavaskar, famous for his cricket career, is excited about the opportunity to help elevate pickleball in India.
“Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and I am thrilled to be a part of this exciting journey with Dilli Dillwale. The team embodies the spirit of resilience, teamwork, and global unity – values that resonate deeply with me. I am looking forward to the team adding to the 60 gold medals they already have in what promises to be a truly rip-roaring tournament.” – (Sunil Gavaskar)
The Role of the Gavaskars in the League
Sunil and Rohan Gavaskar’s involvement in the World Pickleball League is a milestone for the sport, adding a lot of credibility to the event. Their sportsmanship, leadership, and popularity will likely help grow the game in India, which is seeing a rise in demand for pickleball courts and pickleball facilities.
“We are honoured to welcome Sunil Gavaskar and Rohan Gavaskar to the WPBL family as co-owners of the Dilli Dillwale. Our families go back a long way, and Mr Sunil Gavaskar is a true-blue legend of Indian sport. His legendary status adds immense credibility and stature to the World Pickleball League, and his co-ownership underscores the value, potential and promise of the league.” – (Gaurav Natekar)
Growing Pickleball in India
With its rising popularity, pickleball has seen a surge in clubs and participants across India. The sport is especially growing in urban areas like Delhi, where demand for indoor pickleball courts and outdoor pickleball courts is increasing.
Players are also learning advanced pickleball techniques and pickleball strategies from experienced pickleball coaches to excel in competitive tournaments.
Ankiti Bose, the team owner of Dilli Dillwale, expressed her excitement about the partnership, saying,
“Having the Gavaskars join our team as Co-Owners is a momentous occasion for Smashers and Dilli Dillwale. Their presence adds incredible value, vision and sports legacy that will help us achieve new heights in the World Pickleball League and grow the sport across India.” – (Ankiti Bose)
What’s Next for the WPBL?
As the first season of the WPBL begins, more teams are expected to join the growing pickleball community. The Gavaskars’ involvement may inspire more cricket legends and other sports icons to invest in pickleball tournaments and pickleball events in the future.
The Dilli Dillwale are already gearing up for their opening match, and fans are excited to watch how the team will perform with the new backing of the Gavaskars. The WPBL is set to become a crucial part of India’s sports landscape, with potential expansion to more cities and pickleball facilities in the coming years.
News in Brief: Sunil Gavaskar and his Son Rohan Gavaskar Join Dilli Dillwale
Sunil and Rohan Gavaskar have joined Dilli Dillwale as co-owners for the World Pickleball League. Their involvement brings new attention to the sport as India’s pickleball community grows, especially with increasing demand for more pickleball courts and better pickleball facilities.
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