The Chennai Smashers is a professional tennis team competing in the Tennis Premier League (TPL). Established in 2024, the team made its debut in TPL Season 6. The franchise is co-owned by Vipul Bansal, Dharmender Goel, and Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre. Bendre joined the ownership group in December 2024, expressing her enthusiasm for promoting tennis in India.
The Chennai Smashers' roster features a blend of international and domestic talent, including: Hugo Gaston: A prominent player from France. Conny Perrin: A skilled tennis professional from Switzerland. Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli: An emerging talent from India.
The team is mentored by former national champion Narendranath. The Chennai Smashers have made a notable entry into the Tennis Premier League, demonstrating potential and a commitment to elevating tennis in India. With a strong ownership group and a talented roster, they are poised to make significant strides in future TPL seasons.