World Pickleball League 2026: Chennai Super Champs dominate Mumbai Pickle Power to claim top spot
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Ly Hoang Nam’s 28-7 win over Max Green in men’s singles gave Chennai Super Champs a crucial 2-1 lead.
Chennai Super Champs annihilated Mumbai Pickle Power by 4-1 in their World Pickleball League (WPBL) fixture tonight, thus securing their spot at the top of the points result, courtesy of their consecutive wins in the second season of the competition.
The Samantha Ruth Prabhu-owned team have thus bagged consecutive victories and established themselves at the top of the points table to mark a commendable commencement to the second campaign of the competition.
The clash began in a gripping manner, with Domenika Turkovic edging past Jada Bui by 15-13 in the opening women’s singles game. Brandon Lane and Glauka Carvajal Lane bounced back to notch a 17-10 win in the mixed doubles match, though.
However, what ensued from there onwards was a delight for the fans of the Super Champs. They brought home three straight triumphs, starting off with Ly Hoang Nam, former Wimbledon boys’ champion from 2015, triumphing over Max Green by 28-7 in men’s singles.
Ly provided a total testament to his credentials, having once won the prestigious tennis Grand Slam while partnering India’s Sumit Nagal, as he soaked in the support of the home fans and get his side 2-1 ahead in the scope of things.
Turkovic and Carlota Tervino defeated Glauka and Helen To by 12-4, which further strengthened Chennai’s firm stronghold over the proceedings.
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Finally, Do Minh Quan alongside fan favourite Tanner Tomassi smashed home a 19-4 result against Santhosh Narayanan and Tejas Mahajan, ensuring a near-perfect outing for the Chennai Super Champs.
What’s next for both teams?
Super Champs are poised to now face the Rajasthan Titans on January 30, whereas Pickle Power will be locking horns with the Bengaluru Jawans on January 31.
Brief Scores:
Chennai Super Champs 4-1 Mumbai Pickle Power
Who won the match between Chennai Super Champs and Mumbai Pickle Power?
Chennai won the match by a dominant 4-1 margin against Mumbai Pickle Power.
When and where was the match played?
The match was played in Mumbai on January 29 during the World Pickleball League (WPBL) Season 2.
How did this victory impact Chennai Super Champs’ position on the table?
This win helped Chennai Super Champs secure the top position on the WPBL points table with consecutive victories.
Who won the opening match of the tie?
Domenika Turkovic of Super Champs won the opening women’s singles match against Jada Bui (15-13).
Which match helped Chennai take the overall lead?
Ly Hoang Nam’s emphatic 28-7 win over Max Green in men’s singles gave Chennai Super Champs a crucial 2-1 lead.
What are the next matches for both teams?
Chennai Super Champs will face Rajasthan Titans on January 30.Mumbai Pickle Power will take on Bengaluru Jawans on January 31.
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