Mihika Yadav Pickleball Championship Final: Mihika Yadav reached the Women’s Singles Pro final at the Rise Up Championship – Pickleball By The Bay 2025 after a strong 11-5, 11-1 win in the semi-finals. The tournament is taking place on wooden courts, offering Yadav a new challenge as she eyes a major victory.
Semi-Final Performance
Facing Rakshika Ravi, Mihika Yadav stayed focused throughout the match.
“Rakshika is a great player. She’s in the finals for Women’s Doubles too. I don’t think any match is ever easy. I just had to go out there and play my best. Everything I planned, everything I’ve been trained to do, I managed to execute today,”(Mihika Yadav).
Her precise strategy and calm approach helped her dominate the semi-final.
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Rising Star in International Pickleball
Mihika Yadav has had a remarkable year representing India internationally. She recently competed in the PPA Tour across Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Japan. Earlier this year, she won gold at the World Pickleball Championships in Kuala Lumpur and at the Dubai Open, and earned bronze at the Monsoon Pickleball Championships.
Growth of Pickleball in India
Yadav sees India catching up to established pickleball nations.
“The sport is only starting to pick up in India over the last year and a half, whereas it has already boomed in America for the past five or six years. The primary difference lies in experience, quality of practice, and physical fitness. But India and Asia are not far behind; we are catching up quickly.”(Mihika Yadav)
Tennis Background Shapes Success
Yadav credits tennis for helping her excel in pickleball.
“Tennis has played a huge role in shaping me as a pickleball player today. I credit much of my success in singles to my background in tennis. Representing the country in both is something every sportsperson dreams of, and I feel lucky to do so.”
Looking Ahead
Focused on the final, Mihika Yadav remains determined.
“Of course, I’m hoping to win. I’m going there to win. I’m not thinking too much—I’ll just go out there and play my game,” (Mihika Yadav).
Fans will watch closely as she aims for another international title.
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News in Brief: Mihika Yadav Pickleball Championship Final
Mihika Yadav advanced to the Women’s Singles Pro final at the Rise Up Championship – Pickleball By The Bay 2025 with a dominant semi-final win over Rakshika Ravi. Representing India, Yadav has earned multiple international medals this year and is competing on wooden courts for the first time as she seeks another major victory.
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