World Padel League Returns To Mumbai

The World Padel League is set to return to Mumbai's Dome, SVP Stadium, from August 12-16, 2026. This will be the league's biggest edition yet, with six franchise teams and 36 international players from five countries, including Spain, Argentina, and Brazil.

The six franchises competing in the league are Vedanta Leopards, Khan Tigers, Panorama Panthers, Aussie Mavericks Jaguars, Game Changers Lions, and VB Realty Cheetahs. Each team is owned by prominent groups, including Vedanta Group, Sohail Khan Entertainment, and Panorama Studios.

According to Mahesh Bhupathi, Co-Founder of the World Padel League, the league has played a significant role in bringing world-class padel to Indian audiences. He stated that every season of the World Padel League has reinforced padel's growing momentum in India.

The current edition of the league comes at a time when padel is witnessing unprecedented momentum in India. The India Padel Report 2026 projects that the country's padel market will grow from US$25-30 million to US$250-300 million by 2036. The player base has also surged from 500-1,000 players in 2022 to nearly 100,000 in 2025.

The World Padel League remains committed to accelerating the sport's growth in India by bringing global stars to the country and inspiring greater participation. With a bigger venue and an elite international field, Season 4 is poised to be the league's biggest and most impactful edition yet.

The complete player roster, fixtures, and tournament schedule will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can witness all the action live from August 12-16, 2026, at the Dome, SVP Stadium, Mumbai.

The World Padel League has been licensed and managed by Iconik Sports and Events Ltd. and has helped build greater awareness, accessibility, and excitement around padel in India. As the sport continues to gather pace across the country, the league is expected to provide a platform for elite international competition and help shape India's position on the international padel map.