The IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025, India’s largest Pickleball event, is set to take place in Bengaluru from November 13 to 16. Supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYAS) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), this will be the first Pickleball Nationals since the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) was officially recognised as the National Sports Federation for the sport.
The event is being organised at The Sports School by the Karnataka Pickleball Association (KPA), which is affiliated with the IPA. As the first-ever PWR2000 event in India, this marks a historic moment for the Indian Pickleball community.
To drive visibility and registrations for this event, Playo, the world’s largest sports community, has been named the ‘Official Sports Community Partner’.
“Playo has always been at the forefront of promoting sports as a lifestyle choice, enabling people to discover and engage with a wide range of sports. This partnership with IPA and KPA for the Pickleball Nationals 2025 aligns perfectly with our mission to encourage a culture of sports across India,” said Gauravjeet Singh, Founder and CEO of Playo. “Pickleball is a great example of how quickly a sport can gain traction when supported by the right infrastructure and community. With our active community of over 5 million sports enthusiasts spread across 100+ cities in India, we’re excited to drive participation and amplify reach for this national event.”
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Suryaveer Singh Bhullar, President of the Indian Pickleball Association, while sharing his thoughts on the event, said, “This marks a significant step for the Indian pickleball community as the first ever PWR2000 tournament. This furthers our initiative to introduce one million new pickleball players by the end of 2026. We are excited about this initiative and confident about our success given the kind of support that we have seen.”
Shree Harsha, President of the Karnataka Pickleball Association, added, “Bengaluru has quickly become one of the most passionate Pickleball hubs in India. Hosting the Nationals here is a proud moment for Karnataka and a testament to how the sport is gaining popularity across the country. With Playo’s support in building community participation, we are confident Pickleball will continue to grow and inspire new players nationwide.”
The IPA Nationals 2025 event invites registrations from under 12 to 70+, in the singles, doubles and mixed doubles categories. The championship provides a platform for players to compete, connect and showcase their pickleball talent on national stage. Register here to participate in the pickleball nationals 2025.
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The IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025 is India’s largest pickleball tournament, scheduled from November 13–16, 2025, in Bengaluru. It’s historic because it’s the first national championship held since the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) was officially recognized as the National Sports Federation for pickleball by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYAS) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI). It is also India’s first-ever PWR2000 event, a major milestone for the sport in the country.
The event is open to players across a wide age range from under 12 years old to 70+, and includes categories for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Both amateur and competitive players are encouraged to register and showcase their talent on the national stage.
Interested players can register online via the official event page: Register for IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025. Be sure to complete your registration early, as participation is expected to be high and spots are subject to category availability.
The IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025 will be held at The Sports School in Bengaluru from November 13 to 16, 2025. The tournament is organized by the Karnataka Pickleball Association (KPA) in affiliation with the IPA.
Playo, the world’s largest sports community with over 5 million users across 100+ Indian cities, is the ‘Official Sports Community Partner’ for the event. Playo is helping drive registrations, boost visibility, and foster community engagement to support the growth of pickleball in India.
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