Hyderabad: The World Pickleball League (WPBL) today announced the dates for Season 2, which will be held in Mumbai from January 24 to February 8, 2026. Building on the success and energy of its inaugural edition, WPBL will once again bring together elite players from across the world, high-profile franchise owners, and an evolved matchday experience that blends sport and entertainment equally. The league’s first season, hosted at the historic Cricket Club of India, featured athletes from 14 countries, a first-of-its-kind 15-minute match format, Hawk-Eye officiating, and franchise owners ranging from Swiggy to stars like Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Atlee & Priya, Genelia and Riteish Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Rishabh Pant, and Rakul Preet Singh. Gaurav Natekar, Co-founder & CEO of WPBL, said that Season 1 of the WPBL was a statement of intent. "It showed that India is ready not just to embrace pickleball, but to lead its evolution on the global stage," he said. "The response and goodwill we received from players, fans, and partners exceeded all expectations, and Season 2 promises to be bigger in every way—sharper competition, deeper storytelling, and an even stronger connection with our community," Natekar said. Season 2 will see the return of marquee names, new innovations, and a larger push to grow the sport at both grassroots and professional levels.