2026 Indian Open Squash Tournament Set to Elevate Competition in Mumbai

Exciting Squash Action at the Indian Open

Mumbai, Feb 24: The Indian Open, part of the PSA Copper events, is set to take place from March 18 to 22 at the iconic CCI Brabourne Stadium, with tickets now available for purchase.

This tournament, recognized by the Professional Squash Association (PSA), aims to build on the success of its previous edition in 2025, which was honored as one of the Top 10 Iconic PSA Events of the year.

The upcoming 2026 edition will see the return of Anahat Singh, the defending women's champion, as the event's highlight. It will also feature top Indian players like Ramit Tandon, Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Velavan Senthilkumar, and Joshna Chinappa, alongside international competitors such as Yahya Elnawasany, Hana Moataz, and Mazen Hesham.

With a total prize purse of USD 44,500 for both men's and women's events, this tournament marks a significant milestone as the first Indian tournament to offer equal prize money.

Cyrus Poncha, Secretary General of the Squash Rackets Federation of India, expressed enthusiasm about the Indian Open's rapid rise as a prominent event on the PSA calendar, providing Indian players with exposure to elite competition while enhancing the sport's profile in the country. He added that the 2026 edition aims to further elevate the tournament's international stature and engage fans with high-caliber matches.

The quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals will be held on a fully glass court, designed to create an immersive arena-style experience for spectators.

With a larger platform, equal prize distribution, and a stellar lineup of both Indian and international athletes, the 2026 Indian Open is poised to reinforce India's standing in the global squash arena.