PICKLEBALL KINGDOM, a leading indoor pickleball franchise with over 400 locations awarded across the United States, has announced its international expansion into India.
With world-class facilities and state-of-the-art indoor courts, Pickleball Kingdom brings its signature indoor experience and community to the global stage.
“From day one, India has been our number one choice for international expansion,” said Ace Rodrigues, founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom. “India’s energy, athletic spirit, and love for community mirror everything Pickleball Kingdom stands for. This is the biggest announcement our company has made to date. The future is very exciting!”
Leading this expansion is Team BAQ Wizards India, founded by Bhanu Gulati, Anuj Duggal, and Qudrath Ali. With more than 30 years of combined experience in leadership, business, and sales, the trio brings vision, integrity, and a shared passion for community. Their partnership with Pickleball Kingdom represents the perfect blend of entrepreneurial drive and a mission to foster wellness, connection, and fun throughout India.
It is worth noting however, that in January, the company had declared plans to have a presence in more than ten international territories “by the end of 2025”.
“Our launch in India marks another powerful step in Pickleball Kingdom’s global mission to bring the Kingdom experience to players everywhere,” said Pickleball Kingdom president and chief global officer Rob Streett. “The energy and enthusiasm we’re seeing internationally confirm that the world is ready for Pickleball Kingdom. Now is the time for new partners to join us in taking this movement worldwide.”
“Pickleball Kingdom’s spirit of joy, inclusivity, and well-being mirrors our own values. For us, it is about more than launching a brand, it is about creating a movement that builds community, connection, and balance across India,” said Gulati.
“We are bringing together the American vision of dreaming big and Indian empathy for community,” said Duggal. “This is more than a business venture, it is the start of a sustainable, scalable, and joyful ecosystem for pickleball throughout India.”
