Sai Samhita and Shefali Bhatt won the gold medal in the 30+ Women's Doubles category at the Picklebay Zonals - South, PWR 1000 event. The pair defeated
Neithra Venkat and Kamini Boopathy 15-4 in the final. Samhita and Bhatt quickly established themselves as the more consistent partnership on the court. Their coordination allowed them to move smoothly through the exchanges, while their ability to maintain control prevented their opponents from building any sustained momentum. The final belonged to the eventual champions for large stretches. Samhita and Bhatt remained composed and made the most of their opportunities, steadily extending their advantage as the match progressed. Venkat and Boopathy attempted to stay in the contest, but the champions were able to keep the pressure on. The 15-4 scoreline reflected the control Samhita and Bhatt managed to establish during the match. About Indian Pickleball Association: The Indian Pickleball Association is the official governing body for pickleball in India and is dedicated to promoting, developing, and organising the sport across the country. The association continues to inspire players of all ages and skill levels to embrace the game through events like the IPA Nationals. IPA is affiliated with the Asian Pickleball Association (APA) and the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF). About Pickleball World Ranking: PWR is a national ranking system that spans all age groups, skill divisions, and formats -including singles, doubles, and mixed categories. It serves as the official National Sports Federation Ranking for India. With multiple sanctioned events taking place every week across the country, PWR defines the top Indian players at every level and forms the foundation for team selection at the school, district, state, and national stages. Stay connected with all the latest news on Pickleball, exclusive behind-the-scenes content, tips, and inspiration you won't find anywhere else. Your ultimate destination for all things pickleball - where the community comes together for news, views, and the sport that's sweeping the globe. Follow us at @pickleballnow.in on Instagram and be part of the community!
