Former world No. Bopanna will represent the Gurgaon Grand Slammers. “Every year, the league gets stronger, and I love the team environment and energy the format brings.
1 Rohan Bopanna and 2023 Australian Open men’s doubles winner Rinky Hijikata were on Tuesday revealed as the marquee players of their respective teams in the Tennis Premier League (TPL) ahead of the player auction on October 12 in Mumbai.
This year, the competition will be very high, with a great mix of experienced players and young Indian talent,” said Bopanna.
Argentina’s world No. Hijikata, who will represent the Rajasthan Rangers, has already tasted Grand Slam success. “I’m really excited to be part of the Rajasthan Rangers and make my Kia TPL debut this season. The Lucknow Blazers will be represented by Czechia’s Dalibor Svrcina, who returns for a second consecutive season with the same team.
60 Roman Burruchaga, representing the Kolkata Thunder Blades, will be the highest-ranked singles player in the league. He also reached the 2025 Wimbledon men’s doubles final and achieved a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 23. The 25-point format makes the league very exciting, and I’m looking forward to experiencing the energy in Hyderabad. The season will continue the league’s team-based format, combining men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles in a fast-paced, 25-point-match format.
