Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza makes BIG move, will be seen in role as…
Sania Mirza announced her retirement from professional tennis back in 2023. She is a former world No. 1 doubles player and won six Major titles in her illustrious career – three in women's doubles and three in mixed doubles.
Sania, who is 38 years of age now, will be seen in a new role now. Hygiia Ventures, a Canadian-backed investment firm founded by entrepreneur Gaurav Agarwal, has acquired the Gurgaon Grand Slammers franchise in the Tennis Premier League (TPL) ahead of their seventh season. Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza will be their brand ambassador.
TPL is the 4th Indian sports league to successfully enter their seventh season, joining an elite group of long-running sporting leagues in India. Known for its fast-paced, viewer-friendly format and a mix of international stars and emerging Indian players, the league continues to attract top investors and global attention. Gurgaon Grand Slammers marks another international investment into the TPL ecosystem.
Gaurav Agarwal, whose ventures span digital research, consumer intelligence, and global investments across 80+ companies, sees this move as a natural step. 'Sports have always held a special place in my heart, not just as a father to a passionate young tennis player but also as someone who admires the discipline it brings. Acquiring a team in the Tennis Premier League is a meaningful way for us to support emerging Indian talent while expanding our investments into sports and franchise management.' Why did Sania Mirza join as brand ambassador?
Sania Mirza is running successful tennis academies in Dubai and Hyderabad after her retirement from professional tennis. She has reported net worth of over Rs 216 crore with majority of her income coming from brand endorsements, real estate investments and incomes from her tennis academy.
'I'm thrilled to be associated with a team that values both talent and innovation. Gaurav's vision aligns perfectly with what Indian tennis needs—structured, long- term investment. I'm looking forward to supporting the Gurgaon Grand Slammers this season,' Sania Mirza.
Welcoming the new franchise, Kunal Thakkur, Co-Founder of TPL, said, 'Season 7 is a milestone for us, and the addition of Gurgaon Grand Slammers strengthens the league further. With Gaurav's business expertise and Sania's tennis legacy, this team is set to make an impact.'
The Gurgaon Grand Slammers will make their debut in Season 7 of the Tennis Premier League, further expanding the league's footprint and global appeal. Sania Mirza got divorce from husband Shoaib Malik in 2024
A year after her retirement, Sania Mirza got divorce from her husband and former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik in 2024. Sania shuttles her time between Dubai and Hyderabad to take care of her son Izhaan Mirza Malik.
Shoaib Malik has married for the third time to Pakistan TV actress Sana Javed.
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