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Rishal and Hanaim emerged as the standout young duo of the Cochin Open Pickleball Championships 2025, clinching the Under-18 Doubles title with a convincing straight-set win over Mahir Musthafa and Mohammed Muhasin. The pair started strong, maintaining tight net control and combining powerful drives with smart positioning to take the first set 11–7. Mahir and Muhasin showed flashes of brilliance but struggled to find rhythm against Rishal and Hanaim’s relentless pressure. In the second set, the champions stayed disciplined, executing cleaner serves and forcing unforced errors from their opponents to close out the match 11–6. Their chemistry and composure throughout the final highlighted why they are among India’s most promising junior pickleball talents. 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 on Instagram and be part of the community!
