Mumbai, Oct 1 (NationPress) The Tennis Premier League (TPL) is set to launch its Season 7 from December 9 to 14, 2025, at the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium in Ahmedabad. This season promises to be an exhilarating display of tennis prowess, featuring India’s two-time Grand Slam champion Rohan Bopanna, along with elite international talents such as Luciano Darderi (World No. 29) from Italy, Corentin Moutet (World No. 38) from France, and Alexandre Muller (World No. 39) from France, all set to compete alongside India’s finest players.

As the auction for Season 7 approaches on October 9 in Mumbai, the eight franchises are meticulously assembling their line-ups around prominent marquee athletes, ensuring a highly competitive and thrilling TPL season.

Bopanna, the celebrated star of Indian tennis and a two-time Grand Slam champion, will make his second appearance, representing the SG Pipers Bengaluru. At 45, this doubles maestro, known for being the oldest player to clinch both a Grand Slam and an ATP Masters 1000, continues to reflect the league’s vision of merging top Indian talents with global stars to deliver world-class tennis.

Joining him are Luciano Darderi, who is achieving career highs and will play for the Rajasthan Rangers, and Corentin Moutet, representing the Gurgaon Grand Slammers.

The international presence is further bolstered by Alexandre Muller for the Gujarat Panthers and Arthur Rinderknech (World No. 54) for the Hyderabad Strikers.

Additionally, the roster includes Damir Dzhumhur from Bosnia and Herzegovina (former World No. 23, currently No. 67), leading the Yash Mumbai Eagles; Tomas Martin Etcheverry from Argentina (World No. 58), representing the GS Delhi Aces; and the promising Dalibor Svrcina from Czech Republic (World No. 91), joining the Chennai Smashers.

With support from tennis legends like Leander Paes, Sania Mirza, and Mahesh Bhupathi (CEO of SG Pipers), alongside Bollywood stars Rakul Preet Singh and Sonali Bendre Behl, TPL is revolutionizing tennis viewership in India.

Kunal Thakkur, Co-founder of TPL, remarked, “This year we have some of the world’s best names like Luciano Darderi, Corentin Moutet, and Alexandre Muller alongside our own Grand Slam champion Rohan Bopanna. Having athletes of this caliber associated with the league not only elevates competition but also motivates the next generation of Indian tennis players.”

Mrunal Jain, Co-founder of TPL, added, “This year’s lineup showcases the global appeal of TPL, with top international stars competing for Indian franchises. Their participation, together with the skill and zeal of Indian players, guarantees fans the most competitive and entertaining season yet.”

Leander Paes, Brand Ambassador of GS Delhi Aces, stated, “The Tennis Premier League has evolved into one of India's premier sporting platforms, and Season 7 is poised to be its most thrilling episode. With world-class marquee players competing alongside India’s top talents, fans can expect electrifying tennis in an engaging, spectator-friendly format. I eagerly await the auction to see how the teams shape up this year.”

With eight elite franchises — GS Delhi Aces, SG Pipers Bengaluru, Gurgaon Grand Slammers, Chennai Smashers, Yash Mumbai Eagles, Hyderabad Strikers, Gujarat Panthers, and Rajasthan Rangers — TPL Season 7 promises a week brimming with spectacular tennis, fervor, and unmatchable entertainment.

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