Sania Mirza now brand ambassador for Bengaluru SG Mavericks

Bengaluru SG Mavericks, newly acquired Tennis Premier League (TPL) team

Team acquired by SG Sports, a sports venture under the APL Apollo family

Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has been enlisted as the brand ambassador for Bengaluru SG Mavericks, the newly acquired Tennis Premier League (TPL) team by SG Sports, a sports venture under the APL Apollo family. This announcement, along with the unveiling of a fresh team logo, was made in a statement on October 4th.

Expressing her enthusiasm, Sania Mirza stated, “I am thrilled to be a part of this exciting venture and grateful to SG Sports for selecting me as their brand ambassador. There is a long journey ahead to make a mark on the global tennis stage, and the Tennis Premier League offers a fantastic opportunity for young and emerging players to showcase their skills on the court,” as reported by The Mint.

Tennis enjoys a substantial following in India, with nearly 100 million viewers tuning in to watch the sport on television last year. This new league has also garnered involvement from notable celebrities such as Sonu Sood, Arjun Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Rakul Preet Singh, Leander Paes, and Sonali Bendre.

The fifth edition of this tennis tournament is slated for December, with all matches scheduled to be held at Pune’s Balewadi Stadium. The Bengaluru SG Mavericks, formerly known as the Bengaluru Spartans, will feature both male and female tennis players.

TPL 2023 will comprise eight teams: Bengal Wizards, Mumbai Leon Army, Punjab Tigers, Pune Jaguars, Bengaluru SG Mavericks, Delhi Binny’s Brigade, Hyderabad Strikers, and Gujarat Panthers. These teams will engage in five matches each to secure a spot in the semifinals.