Hyderabad Pickleball Championship 2025: More than 220 players from across South India competed in the Hyderabad Pickleball Championship 2025 (HPC 2025), held at CrossCourt Sports Club in Kokapet. The tournament, hosted by Pickl’Out, became the first PWR200 event in Hyderabad and attracted over 100 spectators.
The championship featured players from Telangana, Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, and Visakhapatnam. It showcased pickleball’s fast-growing popularity in the region. Winners included Sameer and Nikhil in Men’s Doubles, Rashein Samuel in Men’s Singles, and Rithika and Joshika in Women’s Doubles. Rithika also won Women’s Singles and paired with Anish to win Mixed Doubles. Tshering and Avilay won 35+ Men’s Doubles.
A Celebration of Community and Competition
Organised by Pickl’Out, a Hyderabad-based pickleball community, the event stood out as more than a sporting competition. Aparna Rao, Co-founder and CEO of Pickl’Out, said,
“This was more than just a tournament. It was a celebration of the growing community, the competitiveness of the sport, and the spirit players bring to court.”
The event’s PWR200 status added weight to its importance, bringing national recognition and encouraging more players to participate.
Growing the Sport in South India
The turnout from multiple cities highlighted how quickly the sport is gaining fans across South India. The event also helped connect different pickleball communities and set a higher standard for future tournaments in the region.
With its strong organization, wide participation, and energetic crowd, HPC 2025 signals that South India is becoming a key player in India’s growing pickleball scene. Future events are likely to see even more teams, fans, and momentum.
News in Brief: Hyderabad Pickleball Championship 2025
The Hyderabad Pickleball Championship 2025 brought over 220 players and 100+ spectators to CrossCourt Sports Club. Organised by Pickl’Out and rated a PWR200 event, it marked a turning point for pickleball in South India, with winners across six categories and participation from five major cities.
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