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performance in every aspect. Initiated by Skygoal Sports Pvt ltd in association with AITA and

MSLTA along with the support of Mr. Leander Paes, TPL has already garnered the love of the

nation. With the conclusion of season 5, the Tennis Premier League is committed to delivering an
extraordinary experience for its passionate fan base, setting new benchmarks in the world of Indian

tennis.

2.6 Premier Badminton League

One of the best badminton leagues in the world is

the Premier Badminton League (PBL). Top Indian
and international badminton players, including

medal winners from the Olympics and World
Championships, compete on its playing area. In

addition to exhibiting the finest talent from India

and beyond, the competition has been effective in
expanding the player base.

Indian badminton has a rich history thanks to
players like Pullela Gopichand and Prakash

Padukone, who helped to establish the country's reputation as a badminton powerhouse. Over the

course of the previous five seasons, the Premier Badminton League has reached over 100 million
badminton enthusiasts in India through TV, in-person events, various social media platforms, and

other media. In recent years, Indian athletes like as Saina Nehwal, P.V. Sindhu International
performances by Kidambi Srikanth and numerous others have been praiseworthy.

Without a doubt, the sport is becoming more and more well-liked across the nation. The tremendous
support the PBL garnered shows that Indian viewers are eager for more badminton action. Mumbai,

Lucknow, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Guwahati are among the franchises in the

league. Over the previous five seasons, the PBL has been implemented with success. 2020:
entertainment.

2.7 Global Chess League

Mahindra Tech The first and largest official

franchise chess league in the world, Global Chess

League (GCL) brings chess enthusiasts together to
watch the game in an avatar they have never seen

before. The GCL is the first professional sports
league that has a

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