World Padel League: New Teams for Season 3
- The World padel League (WPL) will return to India with an expanded format, featuring six franchises instead of four.
- The two new franchises will introduce fresh rivalries and talent to the league.
- "The growth of padel in India has been a journey to watch out for...
Get ready for a bigger, bolder World Padel League! The WPL is expanding in India, adding two new franchises for Season 3, set to ignite the courts of Mumbai from august 12-16, 2025. This expansion underscores the soaring popularity of padel tennis in India,promising fierce competition and showcasing both local and international talent.Expect thrilling matches and fresh rivalries as the league aims to elevate the sport’s profile further. Iconik Sports and Events Ltd. and the Indian Padel Federation are behind this exciting move, delivering a world-class padel experience. News Directory 3 is your source for all the latest sports developments.. Learn about the new teams and player rosters soon. Discover what’s next …
World Padel League expands in India with New Franchises
Updated June 18, 2025
The World padel League (WPL) will return to India with an expanded format, featuring six franchises instead of four. The five-day tournament is scheduled for Aug. 12-16, 2025, at the Nesco Center in mumbai. Organizers aim to capitalize on the growing popularity of padel in India, blending international talent with local players to elevate the sport’s role.
The two new franchises will introduce fresh rivalries and talent to the league. The names of the new teams have not yet been released.
“The growth of padel in India has been a journey to watch out for… Season 3 of the WPL marks a major milestone as we expand the scale of competition and set new benchmarks for the sport,” said Hemali Sharma, co-founder of World Padel League.
Iconik Sports and Events Ltd. manages the WPL with support from the Indian Padel Federation. The league seeks to provide a platform for Indian players to develop their skills alongside international stars. Previous seasons featured players from the World Padel Tour and Premier Padel, including Claudia Fernandez and Jon Sanz.
“When we decided to bring WPL for the Indian audiences early this year, our aim was to scale the league and bring world class action tailored for this rapidly expanding market,” said Krishnan Kannan, promoter, Iconik Sports and Events Ltd.
The August event will likely include men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles matches, culminating in a final. The player roster and franchise details will be revealed progressively.
“The World Padel League has played a crucial role in elevating padel’s visibility in India,” said Sneha Abraham Sehgal, president, Indian Padel Federation.
What’s next
The WPL’s third season is expected to further boost padel’s popularity in India, with organizers planning to announce the new team names and player rosters soon.