Aarush Nitture and Ira Ayathan clinched the U19 Doubles crown at the Mumbai Masters Cup with a dramatic 21–20 victory over Arhan Khan and Jarren Mathias. The nail-biting match kept the crowd on edge until the very last point.
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Final Match Highlights
The game was evenly matched from start to finish, with both teams refusing to give up easy rallies. The score remained close, and at 20–20 the tension was at its peak. Aarush Nitture and Ira Ayathan showed calm under pressure to take the final point and secure the win.
The narrow margin of victory reflected how hard both pairs fought. For the young champions, winning by a single point showed their ability to stay composed when it mattered most.
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Third-Place Playoff
In the battle for third place, Yanniv Sainani and Nirvair Bhan overcame Arya Upadhyaya and Kabir Kamra with a 15–12 win. Their steady play helped them seal a podium finish in the competitive category.
About the Tournament
The Mumbai Masters Cup is being held for the second time. Players are competing in intermediate and advanced categories, with a total prize pool of Rs 6.5 lakh on offer. The U19 division highlighted the potential of India’s next generation of pickleball players.
Significance
The thrilling U19 final showed the depth of talent in the sport’s younger age groups. Matches like these underline how the next wave of pickleball players is developing both skill and mental toughness. Events such as the Mumbai Masters Cup are key to giving young athletes competitive experience.
News in Brief: Aarush Nitture Ira Ayathan U19 Pickleball Victory
Aarush Nitture and Ira Ayathan defeated Arhan Khan and Jarren Mathias 21–20 in a thrilling U19 Doubles final at the Mumbai Masters Cup. In the third-place match, Yanniv Sainani and Nirvair Bhan beat Arya Upadhyaya and Kabir Kamra 15–12. The event carries a total prize pool of Rs 6.5 lakh.