Mumbai, Nov. 23 -- The Mumbai Smashers made one of the strongest opening statements at the Indian Pickleball League (IPBL) 2025 Draft, securing World No. 3 Quang Duong as their marquee signing alongside top Indian talents Ammol Ramchandani and Pearl Amalsadiwala. Backed by Nazara Technologies, the franchise has built a fast, aggressive, Mumbai-styled roster under the guidance of former Indian tennis player and local favourite Rohan Gajjar.

The inaugural Indian Pickleball League, launched by The Times Group and recognised as India's only national pickleball league sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), will take place from December 1 to 7 at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, Ind...