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The Tennis Premier League (TPL) returns for its sixth season, running from December 3 to December 8, 2024, at the Cricket Club of India, Mumbai. With eight competitive franchises, this season promises a week of high-octane tennis action. Fans can catch all the matches live on Sports18 – 2 or stream them on JioCinema.
Tournament Overview
The Tennis Premier League brings together top-notch talent, with each team comprising two male players and one female player. This year features prominent names such as Rohan Bopanna (Delhi), Max Purcell (Bengaluru), Hugo Gaston (Chennai), and Sumit Nagal (Gujarat). The defending champions, Bengaluru SG Pipers, are aiming to retain their title after a dramatic victory against the Bengal Wizards in the previous season.
Teams and Key Players
Here’s a breakdown of the participating teams and their star-studded lineups:
- Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers: Rohan Bopanna, Aziz Dougaz, Iryna Shymanovich
- Chennai Smashers: Hugo Gaston, Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli, Conny Perrin
- Yash Mumbai Eagles: Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan, Karan Singh, Jacqueline Cristian
- Punjab Patriots: Arjun Kadhe, Mukund Sasikumar, Elina Avanesyan
- Bengaluru SG Pipers: Max Purcell, Ankita Raina, Anirudh Chandrasekar
- Gujarat Panthers: Sumit Nagal, Vijay Sundar Prashanth, Sahaja Yamalapalli
- Bengal Wizards: Petra Martic, Sriram Balaji, Niki Poonacha
- Hyderabad Strikers: Benjamin Lock, Harriet Dart, Vishnu Vardhan
Full Schedule and Fixtures
Group Stage Matches
| Date | Match | Time (IST) | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3, 2024 | Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers vs Gujarat Panthers | 4:00 PM | JioCinema, S18 – 2 |
| Hyderabad Strikers vs Bengal Wizards | 5:30 PM | ||
| Punjab Patriots vs Yash Mumbai Eagles | 7:00 PM | ||
| Bengaluru SG Pipers vs Chennai Smashers | 8:30 PM | ||
| Dec 4, 2024 | Bengaluru SG Pipers vs Bengal Wizards | 4:00 PM | |
| Punjab Patriots vs Gujarat Panthers | 5:30 PM | ||
| Hyderabad Strikers vs Chennai Smashers | 7:00 PM | ||
| Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers vs Yash Mumbai Eagles | 8:30 PM | ||
| Dec 5, 2024 | Hyderabad Strikers vs Yash Mumbai Eagles | 4:00 PM | |
| Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers vs Chennai Smashers | 5:30 PM | ||
| Bengaluru SG Pipers vs Gujarat Panthers | 7:00 PM | ||
| Punjab Patriots vs Bengal Wizards | 8:30 PM | ||
| Dec 6, 2024 | Bengal Wizards vs Gujarat Panthers | 4:00 PM | |
| Chennai Smashers vs Yash Mumbai Eagles | 5:30 PM | ||
| Punjab Patriots vs Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers | 7:00 PM | ||
| Bengaluru SG Pipers vs Hyderabad Strikers | 8:30 PM | ||
| Dec 7, 2024 | Punjab Patriots vs Hyderabad Strikers | 4:00 PM | |
| Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers vs Bengaluru SG Pipers | 5:30 PM | ||
| Bengal Wizards vs Yash Mumbai Eagles | 7:00 PM | ||
| Chennai Smashers vs Gujarat Panthers | 8:30 PM |
Knockout Rounds
| Date | Match | Time (IST) | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2024 | Semi-Final 1: 1st vs 4th | 4:00 PM | JioCinema, S18 – 2 |
| Semi-Final 2: 2nd vs 3rd | 5:30 PM | ||
| Final: SF1 Winner vs SF2 Winner | 7:30 PM |
Where to Watch
Fans can catch all the action:
- Live Telecast: Sports18 – 2
- Live Streaming: JioCinema
What to Expect
With its fast-paced format and star-studded lineups, the Tennis Premier League promises to deliver exhilarating matches throughout the week. Defending champions Bengaluru SG Pipers, led by Max Purcell and Ankita Raina, will look to maintain their dominance. However, strong squads like the Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers and Yash Mumbai Eagles will pose tough challenges. The competition will also spotlight up-and-coming talents alongside seasoned veterans.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a spectacular season of tennis action!
