Archive · 7 Nov 2025
India Secures 25 Medals, Top 10 Finish at Pickleball World Cup
Imagine a fun game like tennis and ping pong mixed together called pickleball!
Team India just played in the Pickleball World Cup in Florida and did an amazing job.
They won a total of 25 medals, including 8 gold ones, and were ranked 7th in the whole world!
They were also the only country from Asia in the top 10.
The president of India's pickleball group, Suryaveer Bhullar, even won a gold medal with a former tennis player, Nitten Kirrtane.
Everyone is proud of how well the Indian players did, showing they have a lot of skill and are dedicated to the sport.
This success makes people believe that Indian pickleball has a very bright future.
Team India achieved a historic success at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 in Florida, USA, winning 25 medals (8 Gold, 8 Silver, 9 Bronze).
The team finished 7th in the overall medal tally and was the only Asian country in the top 10.
IPA President Suryaveersingh Bhullar and former tennis player Nitten Kirrtane won a gold medal in the 50+ Men's Doubles (4.5) category.
Nitten Kirrtane also secured an individual gold medal in the 50+ Men's Singles (5.0) category.
The performance is seen by the IPA as validation of the talent depth and potential of Indian pickleball on the global stage.
- Who
- Team India, including IPA President Suryaveersingh Bhullar and former tennis player Nitten Kirrtane
- What
- Secured 25 medals (8 Gold, 8 Silver, 9 Bronze) at the Pickleball World Cup 2025, finishing 7th overall.
- When
- Recently concluded (Specific dates not provided, but mentioned alongside November 7th publication date)
- Where
- Florida, USA
- Why
- Demonstrating the growing talent, experience, and dedication in Indian pickleball on a global stage.
Indian Pickleball Association (IPA)
Nitten Kirrtane's Perspective
Team Success vs. Individual Achievement
Indian Pickleball Association (IPA)
The IPA emphasizes the collective historic achievement of Team India winning 25 medals and finishing in the top 10, highlighting the support from ministries and the sports authority, and the broad success across age groups and divisions.
Nitten Kirrtane's Perspective
Nitten Kirrtane highlights his personal gold medal wins, including in the 50+ Men's Doubles with IPA President Suryaveer Bhullar, and expresses the honor of captaining the team while achieving success.
Sport's Potential and Recognition
Indian Pickleball Association (IPA)
The IPA, through its President and Head of Selection, views the performance as validation of the sport's depth of talent in India and a demonstration of experience and dedication.
Nitten Kirrtane's Perspective
While not directly stated in this article, Kirrtane's previous sentiment (from the existing summary) suggests a hope that his success will increase recognition and support for pickleball in India.
- Event
- Pickleball World Cup 2025
- Location
- Florida, USA
- Team India Performance
- 25 medals (8 Gold, 8 Silver, 9 Bronze)
- Overall Ranking
- 7th place (Top 10)
- Notable Gold Medalists
- Nitten Kirrtane (50+ Men's Singles), Suryaveersingh Bhullar & Nitten Kirrtane (50+ Men's Doubles)
- Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) President
- Suryaveersingh Bhullar
- Key Supporters
- Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Sports Authority of India (SAI)
