'India a special country': Damir Dzumhur hopes more international tennis players participate in TPL

Tennis Premier League uses a unique 25-point match format, making it one of the fastest tennis leagues in the world.

Two days into Season 7 of the Tennis Premier League (TPL) powered by Clear Premium Water the league’s expanding international reputation has received strong validation from players across generations.

From seasoned campaigners to rising talent, TPL’s interesting format, strong organisation, and warm hospitality are being acknowledged as key factors behind its growing appeal outside India.

This season, former World No. 23 Damir Dzumhur, representing Yash Mumbai Eagles, and young Czech talent Dalibor Svrcina, playing for Chennai Smashers, shared their early impressions of the tournament and insights about TPL’s growing global appeal.

33-year-old Damir Dzumhur, one of the most experienced names in the league who has played on the world’s biggest stages against top opponents including Carlos Alcaraz, revealed that he knew about TPL well before he arrived in India.

He said, “I had spoken to a couple of international players that played TPL in the past and a lot of them told me the management is very good and it’s very fun being inside the team. I myself have played Davis Cup for my country (Bosnia and Herzegovina) for 15 years so I really enjoy working together as a team.”

He also praised TPL’s unique format while saying, “I like how it works with only 25 points a match. This is incredible for someone who wants to start watching Tennis because Grand Slam matches can go for about 4-5 hours and not everyone enjoys that.

It’s shorter, there is always movement, there is always something happening. It’s a lot of fun for people watching,” he said. “The surface is very nice, the weather is great. Everything we have here to practice and play is really good. I’m definitely up to do it again in future years,” he concluded.

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Representing the younger generation of international players experiencing TPL for the first time, Dalibor Svrcina echoed similar praise.

The 23-year-old Czech player who recently broke into the top 100 rankings, said, “It’s been really good so far. The facilities, hotel and the organisers are good. We feel very welcomed here. As a team we are in the positive numbers. My goal now is to help my team reach the semi-finals.”

Describing the league’s structure as a refreshing change, he stated, “It’s a very different format, very fast, very fun and entertaining. You see different good players back-to-back so it keeps everything fresh. It’s nice even for the fans.”

“India is a special country, I love it here and I would recommend other international players to come and participate ahead, especially to those who are looking for a refreshing change in their careers,” he added.

With both a seasoned competitor like Damir Dzumhur and a young emerging player like Dalibor Svrcina offering strong endorsements, TPL’s appeal across generations becomes clear.

Their experiences reflect a league that is not only well regarded internationally but also delivering on its promise once players arrive in India. As Season 7 progresses, TPL continues to position itself as a globally relevant, player-friendly and highly watchable tennis entity.

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