CHENNAI SUPER CHAMPS, the city’s World Pickleball League (WPBL) franchise, has launched six state-of-the-art indoor pickleball courts in partnership with Sathyabama University. The facility will serve as the venue for the inaugural Chennai Open, scheduled from 13–16 November.
Organised by Chennai Super Champs in collaboration with WPBL, the first edition aims to spark a community movement around the rapidly growing sport and position Chennai as a key destination for pickleball. With a prize pool of Rs 25 lakh, the tournament will also provide young talent an opportunity to break through and earn a pathway to the upcoming WPBL season.
Set against the backdrop of Chennai’s thriving sporting ecosystem, the Chennai Open will bring four days of competitive action, engaging fan experiences and celebrations that blend high-performance sport with community participation. Players, enthusiasts, families and first-timers are expected to gather for what organisers describe as a festival of pickleball in the city.
Tournament details:
* Skill Levels: Intermediate (DUPR 3.0+), Advanced (DUPR 4.0+), Pro (DUPR 5.0+)
* Age Brackets: Under 14, Under 18, Open, 35+ & 50+
* Categories: Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles & Mixed Doubles
Registrations are currently open on the WPBL website and will close on 6 November.
Chennai Super Champs owner Samantha Ruth Prabhu said, “Chennai has always embraced sport with unmatched passion, and the Chennai Open is a reflection of that spirit. This tournament is for everyone, including youngsters looking to take up the sport. Pickleball is fun, inclusive, and accessible, and we want people from all walks of life to come, play, and are a part of this growing community. Chennai deserves a sporting festival that belongs to the city and its people, and that’s exactly what we are building as we look to grow this exciting sport.”
Chennai Super Champs co-owner Himank Duvvuru added, “Our goal is to make pickleball a part of Chennai’s everyday life with Chennai Open. We are also organising camps for school kids, women, working professionals, and more. We aim to inspire more people to pick up a paddle, play with friends, and discover the joy of this incredible sport.”
