Ranjit Kupli and Gowtham Ramesh won the Men’s Doubles title at the Pickleball Now Grand Prix in Bengaluru, defeating Avilay Jha and Aditya Padival 15–6. The pair used sharp coordination, quick net play, and steady backcourt returns to take control and secure the victory.
Match Highlights
The match began evenly, with both pairs tied at 6–6. Long rallies and shifting momentum made the early stages tense. Ranjit Kupli’s quick hands at the net disrupted Avilay Jha and Aditya Padival’s rhythm, while Gowtham Ramesh provided solid returns from the back, combining patience with precise placements.
Avilay Jha tried to dominate with deep baseline shots, and Aditya Padival attempted to finish points at the net. However, Ranjit Kupli and Gowtham Ramesh gradually gained the upper hand. Their teamwork and quick exchanges helped them pull ahead, racing to a 15–6 win.
Players’ Reflections
After the match, Gowtham Ramesh expressed gratitude:
“Thank you for organising this. We are lucky to be a part of this. Kudos to the entire organising team.”
Ranjit Kupli added:
“It’s a promising sport that has been growing for the past two years. There are people from all backgrounds, not just racquet sports. The tournament organised by the Times Group and Courtly was just great. Thank you.”
Ranjit Kupli also noted:
“We did not have a great start in the group stage. It doesn’t matter how energetic you are on court, it’s about the mental game.”
Gowtham Ramesh said:
“I love to play under pressure. We had great coordination since we’ve been friends since college. Our motto was to never give up till the end.”
Significance
The win demonstrates the importance of teamwork, composure, and mental strength in doubles play. For Ranjit Kupli and Gowtham Ramesh, it reinforces how strong coordination and experience can help secure titles in competitive events like the Pickleball Now Grand Prix.
News in Brief: Ranjit Kupli and Gowtham Ramesh
Ranjit Kupli and Gowtham Ramesh won the Men’s Doubles crown at the Pickleball Now Grand Prix in Bengaluru, defeating Avilay Jha and Aditya Padival 15–6. Strong teamwork, quick net play, and steady returns helped them dominate. The pair highlighted mental focus and friendship as keys to their success.
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