Aamir Khan And Ali Fazal Set To Compete In Exciting Exhibition Match At World Pickleball League

Bollywood icons Aamir Khan and Ali Fazal are set to dazzle fans with a pickleball exhibition match at the World Pickleball League (WPBL) on February 1st. This special event will add glamour to the league's semi-finals, promising an evening filled with excitement and entertainment.

The WPBL, initiated by Gaurav Natekar and Arati Ponnappa Natekar with support from the All India Pickleball Association, began on January 24, 2025. It features six teams: Mumbai Pickle Power, Pune United, Dilli Dillwale, Bengaluru Jawans, Hyderabad Superstars, and Chennai Super Champs. The league showcases 48 players from 14 countries.

Aamir Khan expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming match, stating, "Sports, just like cinema, is a great unifier. I am looking forward to the match against my dear friend Ali, and to play alongside some of the world's best Pickleball players who have already set the courts on fire at the WPBL."

Ali Fazal shared his excitement about playing with Aamir Khan in this unique setting. "I have had the privilege of sharing the screen with Aamir, and now, getting an opportunity to play one of my favorite sports-Pickleball-with him is indeed a pleasure. Aamir is synonymous with perfection, and I am certain he will bring exactly that with his A-game on the court. Also a huge congrats to Gaurav and the entire WPBL team for putting up a terrific sportainment show that has beautifully blended Pickleball with entertainment, making it appealing and reach to a huge audience."

The WPBL has successfully merged sports and entertainment into one grand spectacle. From thrilling rallies to pulsating music, it has redefined how audiences experience live events. Notably, this league marks a significant milestone as it becomes the first non-cricket event hosted at Mumbai's iconic CCI Brabourne Stadium in over 15 years.

Gaurav Natekar expressed gratitude for Aamir Khan's involvement in promoting pickleball through this event. "Arati and I are very grateful for the support Aamir has extended to the work we are doing in pickleball and specifically the World Pickleball League. We look forward to having both Aamir and Ali on court to play alongside our pro players and it promises to be an interesting evening of pickleball and entertainment."

Pickleball Gains Popularity in India

The league aims to make pickleball a mainstream sensation in India by combining high-octane sporting action with top-tier entertainment. As it heads towards its thrilling finale, this star-studded exhibition match further solidifies its vision.

Fans can witness all WPBL action live from Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium on February 1st. Tickets are available on Swiggy Scenes for those eager to experience this unique blend of sportainment firsthand.