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.
Hi-Tech Sports Pvt. Ltd., founded by Dharmender Goel and Vipul Bansal, is born out of their deep passion for sports. The company’s goal is to offer Indian players a unique opportunity to play alongside international athletes in tennis and other sports. This vision aligns perfectly with the spirit of the Chennai Smashers, creating a bridge between domestic and global sporting talent.
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.