TENNIS LOVERS across Bengaluru are in for a treat as the city gears up for a spectacular season of world-class tennis. The SM Krishna Tennis Stadium will see a trio of marquee events beginning with the Billie Jean King Cup Play-Offs, scheduled between November 14 and 16, followed by the Bengaluru Open in January, and the ITF W100 event to take place later in 2026.
Anticipation is building rapidly as the teams prepare to touch down in Bengaluru, with Slovenia arriving on the 7th and the Netherlands on the 9th of November as they vie for a coveted spot in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers.
Team India comprises Ankita Raina, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, Sahaja Yamalapalli, Prarthana Thombare and Riya Bhatia while Slovenia’s team includes Tamara Zidanšek, Kaja Juvan, Dalila Jakupović, and Nika Radišić. Meanwhile, the Netherlands will feature Suzan Lamens, Arantxa Rus, Anouk Koevermans, and Demi Schuurs.
Tickets for fans
Season passes for the Billie Jean King Cup begin at INR 600, while day passes start at INR 200, offering fans the opportunity to witness world-class women’s tennis at accessible prices.
Following the Billie Jean King Cup, the Bengaluru Open will reaffirm the city’s position as a premier destination for tennis in India. As an ATP Challenger 125 event with a prize purse of $235,000, the tournament attracts some of the world’s best emerging talents while offering Indian players vital exposure and ATP ranking opportunities. The momentum will continue with the ITF W100, which will serve as another landmark in Bengaluru’s tennis calendar.
Speaking on the development, Priyank M Kharge, Minister for IT/BT and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka & Sr. Vice President, KSLTA said: “These are exciting times for tennis in Karnataka. Very few cities have the opportunity to host events of this scale, and it’s a special moment for Bengaluru to welcome some of the world’s best players. I urge fans to come out, fill the stands, and show their support. It’s not every day you get to experience world-class tennis at your doorstep.”
Addressing a media gathering on Wednesday, Maheshwar Rao IAS, Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority, and KSLTA secretary, said: “Bengaluru has earned its place on the global tennis map, and this upcoming season is another milestone in that journey. Hosting the Billie Jean King Cup, the Bengaluru Open, and the ITF W100 showcases our city’s ability to bring together world-class talent and passionate fans. We look forward to seeing Bengaluru turn out in full strength to support Team India and celebrate this festival of tennis.”
