The Pickleball Association of Gujarat (PAG), under the aegis of the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), is set to make history with the LGT Wealth India Gujarat Masters 2025, slated to be held from March 21 to 23 in Vadodara. With over 250 entries across 29 categories, this landmark tournament is officially the largest state-level pickleball event ever hosted in Gujarat — a resounding testament to the sport’s surging popularity in the region.
Backed by a prize pool of over ₹5 lakh, the Gujarat Masters is not just a tournament — it’s a bold step forward in establishing pickleball as one of the fastest-growing and most inclusive sports in the state and the country.
Led by a formidable team of former professional athletes and ITF tennis veterans, the PAG is rapidly emerging as a driving force in Gujarat’s sporting ecosystem. Saurabh Trivedi, Ronak Mehta, Rahul Vora, and Shaleen Bhatt — all key members of India’s 35+ tennis team — along with cricketer Mrugesh Kothari, who represents India’s 40+ tennis team, bring unmatched experience and passion to the association’s vision of developing world-class pickleball talent.
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Speaking on the milestone event, Saurabh Trivedi, President, Pickleball Association of Gujarat, said:
“The Gujarat Masters is a defining moment for pickleball in India. With record-breaking participation, this is not just the largest tournament in Gujarat’s pickleball history — it’s a symbol of a much larger movement to build a strong, sustainable ecosystem where players can compete, grow, and gain national and international exposure.
To further catalyze talent development, PAG has launched a Player Sponsorship Program, offering financial and training assistance to high-potential athletes. In addition, PAG Labs, a high-performance training and mentorship program, will soon be rolled out under the guidance of internationally acclaimed pickleball coach Radhika Trivediand AIPA Head Coach Bhupendra ji. With initiatives like these, Gujarat is fast emerging as a powerhouse in Indian pickleball, creating a clear pathway for aspiring athletes to progress from grassroots to global.
The Gujarat Masters 2025 is not just a tournament — it’s a launchpad for India’s next generation of pickleball stars.
The Sportz Planet Desk
