BENGALURU. In a thrilling climax that came down to the final ball, the Mysuru Royals triumphed over the Tumakuru Titans to lift the championship trophy of the inaugural Karnataka Pickleball Premier League (KPPL) Season 1 at the GKVK courts in Bengaluru.
The action-packed, three-day tournament (October 9–11) delivered 45 hours of high-energy competition, bringing together over 50 elite pickleball athletes from across the country—highlighted by marquee stars such as Vanshik Kapadia and Sonu Vishwakarma.
Played before a packed, roaring stadium, the grand finale featured intense momentum shifts before the Royals ultimately held their nerve to seal a historic victory. Kannada cinema star and league brand ambassador Sriimurali added star power to the event, presenting the championship trophy to the winners during a dazzling closing ceremony.
Award Winners
- Most Valuable Player (MVP): Vanshik Kapadia
- Best Player (Men): Arthav Neema
- Best Player (Women): Aalyka Ebrahim
- Fair Play Award: Bengaluru Chargers
Organized by Entropy Sports & Events, in association with the Karnataka State Pickleball Association (KSPA) and the Karnataka State Olympic Association (KSOA), KPPL Season 1 has officially set a monumental benchmark for the rapid growth of pickleball across Karnataka.
