Dilli Dillwale Secures First Win of the Season: Dilli Dillwale achieved its first victory in the World Pickleball League 2025 with a convincing 4-1 win against Chennai Super Champs on Sunday at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) in Mumbai. Both teams were eager for their first win of the season, but Dilli’s performance stood out for its dominance and determination.
Dilli Dillwale were totally taiyaar and crushed it on courts against @chennaipickle during Day 3 Tie One! #WPBL #Pickleball #PickleSetGo pic.twitter.com/kBWfkMNlFV
— World Pickleball League (@wpblofficial) January 26, 2025
Men’s Singles: Strong Start for Dilli
The match began with the men’s singles, featuring Eduardo Irizarry from Dilli against Edward Perez of Chennai. Irizarry quickly established a 5-0 lead, making his intentions clear in the 15-minute timed format.
Despite a brief comeback from Perez, including a strong performance from young talent Sonu Vishwakarma, Irizarry regained control and secured a 17-7 victory, giving Dilli a solid start.
Women’s Doubles: Continued Dominance
In the women’s doubles, Dilli’s duo of Alexa Schull and Lauren Mercado continued the team’s impressive performance against Chennai’s Thaddea Lock and Sarah Jane Lim.
Dilli raced to a 13-0 lead and maintained their momentum even after switching sides. They closed the game with a dominant score of 18-3, extending their lead to 2-0.
Men’s Doubles: Chennai Fights Back
The men’s doubles match saw a dramatic shift as Chennai’s Tanner Tomassi and Etienne Blaszkewycz took control against Dilli’s Willy Chung and Leander Lazaro.
The match was lively, filled with banter and high energy, but Chennai dominated throughout, winning decisively with a score of 25-4. This victory cut Dilli’s lead to 2-1.
Women’s Singles: Schull’s Solid Performance
In the women’s singles, Alexa Schull faced Thaddea Lock and delivered a strong performance. Despite a spirited effort from Lock, Schull secured a 17-12 victory, giving Dilli an unassailable 3-1 lead in the tie.
Mixed Doubles: A Thrilling Conclusion
The mixed doubles match, though technically a dead rubber, turned out to be an exciting contest. Dilli’s duo edged out Chennai with a score of 16-13 in a closely fought match, solidifying their overall victory at 4-1.
Looking Ahead: Dilli Gains Momentum
With this victory, Dilli Dillwale gained much-needed momentum in the league. The team’s strong performance showcased their potential for the rest of the season.
Meanwhile, Chennai Super Champs will regroup and look to improve in their upcoming matches. Both teams demonstrated competitive spirit, making the league more exciting for players and fans.
News in Brief: Dilli Dillwale Secures First Win of the Season
Dilli Dillwale secured their first victory in the World Pickleball League 2025 with a 4-1 win over Chennai Super Champs at the Cricket Club of India.
Eduardo Irizarry and Alexa Schull led the charge, while Chennai managed a men’s doubles win. Dilli’s strong performances in singles and mixed doubles sealed their win, providing crucial momentum for the remainder of the season.
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