India, Nov. 20 -- The Indian Pickleball League (IPBL), 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, has unveiled the first five franchises for its inaugural season.

The reveal was made at a high-energy event in Chennai, graced by Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The spectacle drew star presence from renowned actors Sreeleela and Kayadu Lohar, underlining the sport's growing cultural appeal, alongside India's leading pickleball talents Mihika Yadav and Aman Patel. Their attendance reflected the momentum behind IPBL and the excitement surrounding India's newest national s...