Mumbai: The World Padel League (WPL) has officially announced Sohail Khan Entertainment as the owner of Team Panthers for its inaugural Indian edition. Scheduled from February 5-8 at the Nesco Center in Mumbai, the league promises to bring top-tier global padel talent to India for an electrifying showcase of the sport.
Sohail Khan Entertainment, a leading name in the Indian entertainment and events industry, has an impressive portfolio spanning blockbuster movies such as Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?, Jai Ho, Freaky Ali, and Partner. Known for organizing over 1,000 large-scale events like the Filmfare and Zee Cine Awards, the company has also made its mark in the sports industry with ventures like the Celebrity Cricket League and Team Mumbai Heroes. By joining the World Padel League, the company expands its footprint into the burgeoning world of padel, aligning with the sport’s growing popularity in India.
Talking about the league, Sohail Khan expressed his excitement, “The growth of padel in India is quite impressive, with several of our industry peers also playing the sport regularly. It’s a sport that fosters a sense of community, and with the World Padel League making its debut in India, it will undoubtedly elevate the sport to a whole new level. Team Panthers has got some exciting talent from across the globe, and we are looking forward to a successful edition ahead!”
The World Padel League is organized by Meteora Developers and Dubai World Padel League, owned by ID Info Business Services Ltd. and powered by Maisour. With 32 elite players across four teams, WPL aims to deliver a world-class padel experience. Dubbed “The Greatest Show on Court,” the league is poised to set new benchmarks for the sport in India.
Welcoming Sohail Khan Entertainment, Hemali Sharma, Director of World Padel League, said, “It’s a pleasure to have Sohail and team as part of World Padel League’s India debut. His association with the league is a testament to the growing popularity of padel, and we look forward to elevating the sport to new heights in India. We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration presents and can’t wait to bring power-packed courtside action starting February 5!”
The league will feature a single round-robin format where each team competes against the others in the league stage. The top two teams will face off in the finals on February 8.
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