Tennis Premier League Season 7 Set to Kick Off in Ahmedabad
Excitement Builds for TPL Season 7
Ahmedabad, Dec 8: With just one day left until the much-anticipated Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7, scheduled from December 9-14 at the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium, the eight competing teams are gearing up for a fierce battle for the coveted title.
Featuring tennis legends such as Leander Paes, Sania Mirza, and Mahesh Bhupathi, this season promises an exhilarating week of tennis, showcasing TPL's unique and dynamic format as franchises vie for victory.
From December 9-13, each team will engage in five league matches, with the top four teams progressing to the semi-finals and finals on December 14. The TPL format includes four match rounds - Women’s Singles, Mixed Doubles, Men’s Singles, and Men’s Doubles - each contributing 25 points, culminating in a total of 100 points per match.
This season boasts an impressive lineup of international players ranked within the top 50 globally, alongside India's finest talent, with each franchise featuring a marquee player to spearhead their efforts.
The SG Pipers will be captained by Rohan Bopanna, a two-time Grand Slam champion from India, alongside Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, the country's No.2 women's singles player, and Ramkumar Ramnathan.
Rajasthan Rangers will rely on Italy's World No. 26, Luciano Darderi, along with Russia’s Anastasia Gasanova and Dhakshineswar Suresh. The Gurgaon Grand Slammers will look to Britain's Daniel Evans, who achieved a career-high ranking of No. 21 in 2023, teaming up with India’s top female singles player, Sahaja Yamalapalli, and Sriram Balaji. The Gujarat Panthers will be led by France’s World No. 42, Alexandre Muller, supported by Italy’s Nuria Brancaccio and India’s Anirudh Chandrasekhar.
The defending champions, Hyderabad Strikers, are aiming for a repeat victory, led by Spain’s Pedro Martinez, currently ranked No. 93, alongside fellow Spaniard Carole Monnet and Indian doubles veteran Vishnu Vardhan.
Yash Mumbai Eagles will feature Bosnia’s former World No. 23, Damir Dzhumhur, along with Burundi’s Sada Nahimana and Indian player Niki Poonacha. GS Delhi Aces will showcase Britain’s No. 4 ranked player, Billy Harris, 20-year-old Belgian Sofia Costoulas, and Indian left-hander Jeevan Nedunchezchiyan. The Chennai Smashers will depend on Czech talent Dalibor Svrcina, Romania’s Irina Bara, and India’s doubles specialist Rithvik Bollipalli.
As teams finalize their strategies and build momentum, Season 7 is shaping up to be the most thrilling yet. Fans can catch the live action on JioStar and Sony Sports, marking it as the only sports league in the country available on both platforms.
Kunal Thakkur, Co-Founder of the Tennis Premier League, expressed, “With the opening match just around the corner, the excitement for TPL Season 7 is at an all-time high. This year’s competition is remarkable, featuring players ranked in the ATP top 50. We anticipate a week filled with high-quality, fast-paced tennis and encourage all fans to support the players in person.”
Mrunal Jain, Co-Founder of the Tennis Premier League, shared the enthusiasm, inviting everyone in Ahmedabad to join at the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium to experience the live energy and excitement. “With each season, we have witnessed an improvement in the level of tennis, and this year’s teams are no exception. The players are ready, the teams are packed with talent, and the format guarantees continuous entertainment. This season is set to be unforgettable.”
Complete Squads - TPL Season 7
Hyderabad Strikers
Pedro Martinez
Carole Monnet
Vishnu Vardhan
SG Pipers Bengaluru
Rohan Bopanna
Shrivalli Bhamidipaty
Ramkumar Ramanathan
Chennai Smashers
Dalibor Svrcina
Irina Bara
Rithvik Bollipalli
Yash Mumbai Eagles
Damir Dzumhur
Sada Nahimana
Niki Poonacha
Gurgaon Grand Slammers
Daniel Evans
Sahaja Yamalapalli
Sriram Balaji
GS Delhi Aces
Billy Harris
Sofia Costoulas
Jeevan Nedunchezchiyan
Rajasthan Rangers
Luciano Darderi
Anastasia Gasanova
Dhakshineswar Suresh
Gujarat Panthers
Alexandre Muller
Nuria Brancaccio
Anirudh Chandrasekhar
Complete Match Schedule – TPL Season 7
Day 1 – December 9
4:30 PM: Gurgaon Grand Slammers vs SG Pipers
6:00 PM: Hyderabad Strikers vs Rajasthan Rangers
7:30 PM: GS Delhi Aces vs Yash Mumbai Eagles
9:00 PM: Chennai Smashers vs Gujarat Panthers
Day 2 – December 10
4:30 PM: GS Delhi Aces vs Chennai Smashers
6:00 PM: SG Pipers vs Yash Mumbai Eagles
7:30 PM: Hyderabad Strikers vs Gujarat Panthers
9:00 PM: Gurgaon Grand Slammers vs Rajasthan Rangers
Day 3 – December 11
4:30 PM: Yash Mumbai Eagles vs Hyderabad Strikers
6:00 PM: Rajasthan Rangers vs Gujarat Panthers
7:30 PM: SG Pipers vs Chennai Smashers
9:00 PM: Gurgaon Grand Slammers vs GS Delhi Aces
Day 4 – December 12
4:30 PM: Gujarat Panthers vs Gurgaon Grand Slammers
6:00 PM: Chennai Smashers vs Hyderabad Strikers
7:30 PM: GS Delhi Aces vs SG Pipers
9:00 PM: Yash Mumbai Eagles vs Rajasthan Rangers
Day 5 – December 13
4:30 PM: Rajasthan Rangers vs Chennai Smashers
6:00 PM: GS Delhi Aces vs Gujarat Panthers
7:30 PM: Gurgaon Grand Slammers vs Yash Mumbai Eagles
9:00 PM: SG Pipers vs Hyderabad Strikers
Final Day – December 14
4:30 PM: Semi-Final 1
6:00 PM: Semi-Final 2
8:00 PM: Final