India’s LegaXy and M3M Foundation have launched Pickle Pros, a nationwide initiative to introduce, develop, and promote pickleball as a mainstream sport in India. The programme will roll out courts and infrastructures across cities beginning with Delhi NCR.
Pickle Pros will also combine physical infrastructure with structured programmes, including training camps, community activations, open-play events, and local tournaments. The overriding goal of Pickle Pros is to ultimately make pickleball more widely accessible and engaging across different age groups, skill levels, and geographies.
“At M3M Foundation, we believe sport is not just play, it’s a powerful catalyst for change. Through Pickle Pros, we are championing a movement that inspires active, healthy living while unlocking new avenues for growth, inclusion, and community empowerment. This collaboration is a reflection of our deep-rooted commitment to purpose-driven impact—where every game played echoes with opportunity, wellness, and the spirit of togetherness, said Payal Kanodia, Chairperson and Trustee at M3M Foundation, in a statement.
Amitesh Shah, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of LegaXy, added: “Pickle Pros is more than a sporting initiative – it is a movement that celebrates accessibility, excellence, and joy. Bringing together three cricketing legends for the first time in support of this vision is a testament to its significance and potential. We are committed to making India a force in the global pickleball arena, while inspiring everyone to engage with this dynamic sport.”
LegaXy is a a new sports, media, and entertainment brand in India, while M3M Foundation is the philanthropic arm of M3M Group. Together, they aim to promote pickleball to heights it has never before seen.
Pickle Pros is supported by Indian cricketers Ishant Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Umesh Yadav. It will also collaborate with educational institutions, local governments, and private partners to expand its footprint.
