Prashant Vermaa Business Blog

In a significant development for corporate sports culture in India, the Hiranandani Group’s Regalia Business Parks has partnered with Grav8 Sports, founded by RJ Anmol, to introduce India’s first-ever CXO Pickleball League, now titled the Regalia CXO Pickleball League. The collaboration reflects a new association between Regalia Business Parks, a vertical of the Hiranandani Group, and Grav8 Sports to create a distinctive platform that blends leadership networking with sport.

The league, conceptualised and developed by Grav8 Sports, aims to bring together senior corporate leaders through the fast-growing sport of pickleball. By combining the energy of competitive sport with the collaborative spirit of business leadership, the initiative is designed to offer an engaging environment where professionals can interact beyond conventional corporate settings.

From Mumbai Debut to Nationwide Expansion

The CXO Pickleball League first made its appearance in Mumbai last year, where it quickly generated strong interest across corporate and sporting communities. The debut edition drew attention particularly due to a friendly exhibition match that featured Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal alongside RJ Anmol and Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani.

Following the momentum created by its inaugural edition, the league is now preparing to expand into a multi-city format. Upcoming editions are planned in cities such as Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune, eventually leading to a grand finale in Goa. This expansion reflects the growing enthusiasm among corporate professionals for combining networking opportunities with sporting engagement.

Focus on Community and Workplace Ecosystems

Speaking about the initiative, Dr Niranjan Hiranandani highlighted the broader philosophy behind the collaboration. According to him, modern workplaces are evolving into comprehensive ecosystems that encourage collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being beyond the traditional office environment.

He noted that Regalia Business Parks focuses on developing future-ready workspaces that support both productivity and community engagement. The association with the CXO Pickleball League, powered by Regalia Business Parks and Grav8 Sports with Saina Nehwal as Brand Ambassador, reflects this approach by encouraging active lifestyles while strengthening professional relationships through sport.

Saina Nehwal Joins as Brand Ambassador

Olympic medalist and former World No. 1 badminton player Saina Nehwal has been announced as the brand ambassador for the Regalia CXO Pickleball League. Her association brings sporting credibility and wider attention to the initiative.

Speaking about her involvement, Saina Nehwal said that the CXO Pickleball League is a unique concept in India’s sporting ecosystem. She expressed enthusiasm about being associated with the India tour of the league and appreciated the vision of RJ Anmol and Grav8 Sports in developing a premium sports networking platform in collaboration with the Hiranandani Group.

Sports as a New Corporate Networking Platform

RJ Anmol, founder of Grav8 Sports, described the CXO Pickleball League as an initiative aimed at redefining networking within the corporate world. According to him, the league seeks to create a space where sports and business interactions come together naturally.

He explained that the initiative is designed to reshape the way corporate leaders connect with each other. By bringing together executives on a sporting platform, Grav8 Sports aims to encourage relationship-building and collaborative growth within the business community.

Encouraging Wellness and Engagement

Manish Gupta, Director – CRE at Regalia Business Parks, also emphasised the role of such initiatives in creating balanced work environments. He noted that integrating sport and wellness into professional ecosystems can support engagement, productivity, and stronger community bonds among professionals.

He added that the CXO Pickleball League represents an effort to bring together networking, sport, and wellness in a way that reflects Regalia Business Parks’ broader approach toward holistic growth and professional interaction.

Why Pickleball Is Gaining Popularity Among Corporate Leaders

Pickleball has emerged as one of the fastest-growing sports globally, gaining popularity among corporate communities as well. The sport is known for being accessible, low-impact, and highly social, which makes it suitable for professionals looking to combine recreation with networking opportunities.

Often compared with golf for its networking value, pickleball offers a more inclusive and interactive format. Its easy learning curve and engaging gameplay allow professionals from diverse backgrounds to participate comfortably while building meaningful connections.

With the launch and expansion of the Regalia CXO Pickleball League, the sport is gradually finding a place within India’s corporate landscape as a platform that brings together business leaders through healthy competition and shared experiences.

Conclusion

The collaboration between Regalia Business Parks and Grav8 Sports for the CXO Pickleball League reflects a growing trend where business communities are exploring new ways to connect beyond traditional networking environments. By combining leadership interaction with sport and wellness, the initiative highlights how evolving workplace ecosystems are encouraging both professional collaboration and active lifestyles.

As the league expands across multiple cities in India, it is expected to create new opportunities for executives and professionals to engage, compete, and build relationships through one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.

FAQs

1. What is the Regalia CXO Pickleball League?

The Regalia CXO Pickleball League is India’s first pickleball league designed specifically for senior corporate leaders and CXOs. It combines sports participation with networking opportunities within the business community.

2. Who partnered to launch the CXO Pickleball League?

The league has been launched through a collaboration between Regalia Business Parks, a vertical of the Hiranandani Group, and Grav8 Sports, founded by RJ Anmol.

3. Who is the brand ambassador of the league?

Olympic medalist and former World No. 1 badminton player Saina Nehwal serves as the brand ambassador for the Regalia CXO Pickleball League.

4. Which cities will host the upcoming editions of the league?

After its debut in Mumbai, the league is expected to expand to cities including Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune, with a grand finale planned in Goa.

5. Why is pickleball becoming popular in corporate communities?

Pickleball is gaining popularity because it is easy to learn, low-impact, and highly social. These characteristics make it suitable for professionals looking to combine recreation, wellness, and networking in a single activity.