New Delhi, Dec. 6 -- Hyderabad Royals staged a stunning comeback from 0-2 down to topple Chennai Super Warriors in Qualifier 1, sealing the first coveted spot in the Grand Finale of the Indian Pickleball League. Hyderabad beat Chennai 4-2 with a Megan Fudge masterclass, before a resurgent Mumbai Smashers defeated Lucknow Leopards in the Eliminator by the same score.
A three-way tie for fourth meant a Play-In preceded the knockouts, unfolding before Global Pickleball Federation President Javier Regalado. With Grand Rallies played to 25, Mumbai Smashers edged Capital Warriors Gurgaon 25-24 in a breathless opener, then backed it up with a composed 25-22 win over Bengaluru Blasters to secure fourth place and seal their spot in the playoffs.
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