Asian Pickleball Doubles Rankings Revealed: Kalsarieva and Duong Lead the Charge

The Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating has released the latest Asian doubles rankings, showcasing top players like Kyrgyzstan's Aibika Kalsarieva and Vietnam's Quang Duong. With a competitive field in both men's and women's categories, the rankings reflect the growing popularity and competitiveness of pickleball across Asia. Discover how players are evaluated through the DUPR system and learn more about India's rising stars in the sport.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 19, 2026, 15:44 IST

Overview of the Asian Doubles Rankings

On March 18, the Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR) released the latest Asian doubles rankings, showcasing the top players in both the men's and women's categories. Leading the women's doubles is Aibika Kalsarieva from Kyrgyzstan, who boasts a DUPR of 5.865. Close behind her is Ting Chieh Wei, with a DUPR of 5.857, while Vietnam's Alix Truong holds the third spot with a DUPR of 5.839, indicating a highly competitive landscape in the women's division.

In the men's doubles category, Quang Duong from Vietnam takes the lead with an impressive DUPR of 6.427. Following him is India's Armaan Bhatia, who is actively participating in the PPA Tour. Duong's consistent performance has been crucial in securing his top position in the rankings. Jonathan Truong, another player from Vietnam, ranks third among the men.

India's representation in the top tier is further strengthened by Harsh Mehta, who ranks second among Indian players in the top 10 with a DUPR of 5.981. Recently, Mehta signed with the APP Tour, establishing himself as a formidable competitor in both domestic and Asian pickleball circuits. The current rankings highlight the increasing competitiveness of pickleball in Asia, with athletes from various nations making significant strides in the sport.

Understanding DUPR DUPR, or Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating, is a widely recognized and free rating system for pickleball players. It evaluates players on a scale from 2.000 to 8.000 based on their match performances, factoring in wins, scores, and the strength of opponents. This system serves as the official rating for major professional and amateur tours, utilizing a modified Elo algorithm to assess skill levels. To ensure accuracy, it recommends using data from 10 to 20 match results, awarding higher points for victories against higher-ranked players. The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) partnered with DUPR in December 2025, designating it as the official rating system.

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