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Rohan Dsouza and Himanshu Dewaskar won the 30+ Men's Doubles title at the Maharashtra State Selection Trials, an Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) PWR
400 event, in Mumbai on October 23. Rohan and Himanshu secured the title with a 15-11 victory over Zoyein Patel and Craig Correa in the final, capping their campaign with a hard-fought win. The Maharashtra State Selection Trials will determine the players who represent the state at the IPA Nationals 2026, adding significance to the performances in Mumbai. With national selection at stake, the event provides players with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability and earn a place in Maharashtra's squad for the national championships.
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.
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