Pickleball Dominates Asia: 159% Growth Rate in India, More in China
Last Edited
Sep 04 2024
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India is in the midst of a pickleball revolution. Between 2019 and 2022, the number of players jumped by a staggering 159%.
This rapid rise isn’t happening in isolation. Globally, pickleball’s popularity has soared, with more than 5 million players across 84 countries.
As India’s enthusiasm grows, so does the infrastructure. Clubs, tournaments, and coaching programs popping up across the country.
Pickleball's Asian Expansion
India isn’t the only country in Asia with an aggressively expanding pickleball community.
China, for instance, is on the brink of a pickleball explosion. Experts project that within the next five years, the country will have over 10,000 courts and a mind-blowing 100 million players. That’s more than the population of most countries.
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With that kind of growth, China is set to become a global pickleball powerhouse.
But don’t sleep on Vietnam. According to pro player Quang Duong, Vietnam leads the region with the most dedicated pickleball centers and active players.
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India’s 159% growth is impressive, but it’s part of a larger trend. Asia is emerging as the next big stage for pickleball, and the potential is massive.
With China and Vietnam charging ahead, and India already showing incredible growth, it’s clear that pickleball in Asia is more than a flash in the pan.
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