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Rishabh Pant and Swiggy team up to bring pickleball power to Mumbai

Pant's energetic personality and massive fan following will undoubtedly significantly boost Mumbai Pickle Power team.

Swiggy, the leading food delivery platform in India, and Indian cricket team star, Rishabh Pant have joined forces to co-own Mumbai Pickleball Power team in the inaugural season of the World Pickleball League (WPBL).

Commenting on the occasion, Rohit Kapoor, CEO of Swiggy Food Marketplace said, “Pickleball already had our attention: fun, fast-paced, and perfect for families to enjoy together. But adding Rishabh Pant to the mix? Ab game aur bhi interesting ho gaya! As co-owners of Mumbai Pickle Power, we’re not just here to win matches; we’re here to create moments of joy, inspire a new generation of players, and make pickleball a household name in India. With Rishabh’s unmatched energy and our commitment to fostering trends, I can’t wait to see what this season brings. Let’s bring the power to pickleball!”

Rishabh Pant added, “I am pleased to partner with Swiggy for the Mumbai Pickle Power franchise in the World Pickleball League. The excitement around pickleball is contagious and I love the sport. I wanted to invest in the World Pickleball League to take the sport to the next level. I couldn’t have found a better partner than Swiggy, where we share the same vision to amplify the popularity and excitement around pickleball.”

Pant’s energetic personality and massive fan following will undoubtedly significantly boost Mumbai Pickle Power team. Meanwhile, Swiggy will leverage its extensive reach and innovative approach to enhance the team’s visibility and appeal further.

The World Pickleball League, co-founded by former Indian tennis players Gaurav Natekar and Arati Ponnappa Natekar, will feature six teams competing from January 24 to February 2, 2025, at the Cricket Club of India (Brabourne Stadium) in Mumbai. All matches, including the grand finale, will be streamed live on FanCode and Sony Sports Network.

Mumbai Pickle Power will kick off their campaign against Pune United in the league’s inaugural match, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting and competitive season.

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