The Meteora Developers World Padel League (WPL) is gearing up for its most ambitious season yet. From August 12–16, 2025, Mumbai’s NESCO Centre, Hall No. 5, will host 36 of the sport’s biggest international names, battling it out in a high-octane showcase now beamed live to over 150 countries.
This third edition marks a decisive leap forward for the WPL. The league has expanded from four to six franchises, elevating the level of competition and signalling padel’s arrival as one of the fastest-growing racket sports in the world. Its tagline, “The Greatest Show on Court!”, captures the essence — a blend of athletic brilliance, tactical intrigue, and entertainment designed for both die-hard fans and new audiences.
For the first time, the WPL will enjoy a truly global footprint, thanks to a network of top-tier broadcast and streaming partners:
- India (TV): Zee Café, Zee Flix, Zee Zest (SD & HD)
- India (Digital): FanCode (exclusive digital partner)
- Sri Lanka: PEO TV via Sri Lanka Telecom
- Nepal: DishHome
- MENA: Saudi Sports Channel, Shahid OTT, Dubai Media
- Europe & Asia-Pacific: DAZN, SPORT TV (Portugal), SPO TV
- North America: Willow TV
- Africa: AfricaXP
This hybrid model blends traditional television reach with digital accessibility, allowing fans to follow the action anytime, anywhere.
Commenting on the occasion, Hemali Sharma, Co-Founder, World Padel League, said, “We are excited to welcome all our broadcast partners for this season. The fact that people in over 150 countries will be able to experience the action from the comfort of their homes shows how far the sport has come in such a short time. In India, especially, the change has been incredible. What began as a niche game has now captured attention the world over, and we are proud to have been a part of that global movement. Season 3 will take that energy to the next level, giving fans everywhere a front-row seat to the speed and intensity of ‘The Greatest Show on Court!’”
Ashish Sehgal, Chief Growth Officer, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, added, “We are incredibly excited to bring the World Padel League Season 3 to Indian homes and beyond. With coverage on Zee Café, & Flix, and Zee Zest (SD+HD), we’re opening the sport to an audience that’s hungry for high‑energy, emerging athletic action. At ZEE, our mission is to champion sports with growing but dedicated fan communities – delivering them into the mainstream and helping them become truly mass‑appeal events.”
Yannick Colaco, Co-Founder, FanCode, continued, “We’re excited to partner with the World Padel League for the second year running. Padel is growing rapidly in India, with urban centres leading the way in both participation and viewership. More people are playing the sport, and naturally, they now want to watch the best players in action. Through our exclusive digital coverage, we’re committed to giving Indian padel enthusiasts front-row access to the world’s best action, anytime and anywhere.”
Off the court, WPL Season 3 boasts a powerful roster of sponsors, underlining its commercial appeal and cementing its position among the most dynamic properties in global racket sports. The combination of elite talent, wider competitive field, and record broadcast reach is expected to deliver strong returns for partners while deepening engagement with fans worldwide.
With six franchises, 36 stars, and a global broadcast network, the 2025 World Padel League isn’t just another season — it’s a defining moment for padel’s place in the international sporting calendar.
