Pickleball has gained a massive surge in popularity across the world and it does not look like it will stop anytime soon. While the USA remains the leader of the pack with the most number of pickleball players, the sport’s popularity is equally spreading fast across various continents, with countries in Asia, Europe, and Latin America emerging as key contributors to its growth.
The United States Leads the Pack
USA ranks number one and is considered to be the pickleball powerhouse. According to DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating), the US is first in terms of player participation. It is no longer just a sport for recreation as it now has established leagues, major tournaments.
Top 10 Countries With the Most DUPR Users
United States
Canada
Australia
United Kingdom
Malaysia
Puerto Rico
Vietnam
Philippines
Mexico
China
India Leads the Way
So, where does India stand in this growing pickleball phenomenon? While the US may lead the race in terms of the number of players, India is not far behind and is numero uno in the list of those nations where Pickleball is emerging as the fastest growing market. In India it has witnessed a sharp rise in popularity across Indian cities.
Top 10 Countries by DUPR Growth
India
Thailand
Venezuela
China
Philippines
Mexico
Japan
South Africa
France
United Kingdom
Pickleball’s Appeal in New Countries
Pickleball is also making its mark in new countries like Brunei, Sri Lanka, Rwanda, and Qatar. Here, too, local clubs and national-level tournaments are being held as Pickleball continues to find its way through a diverse cultural landscape.
New Countries on DUPR in the Last Year
Brunei
Sri Lanka
Rwanda
Ghana
Iran
El Salvador
Qatar
Armenia
Zimbabwe
Honduras
Djibouti
Paraguay
Lebanon
Jersey