India's Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan Advances to Doubles Final at Tata Open Maharashtra

India, 21 December 2025 — Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan, partnering with his Australian teammate John-Patrick Smith, has successfully advanced to the men's doubles final at the Tata Open Maharashtra. The pair secured their place in the final after a hard-fought victory against the duo of Robert Galloway and Denis Kudla in Pune on Thursday. The match concluded with a scoreline of 7-6(5), 6-4.
Nedunchezhiyan and Smith displayed remarkable teamwork and resilience, especially during the crucial tie-break in the first set. Their performance captures the significance of Indian representation in international tennis events, highlighting the growing prominence of Indian players on global platforms.
The Tata Open Maharashtra is an ATP 250 tournament, making it a significant fixture in the tennis calendar. The event, held at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune, has been instrumental in providing Indian players with exposure to high-level competition.
Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan, an established doubles player, has been a consistent performer in the Indian tennis circuit. His progress to the finals this year underscores his skill and the potential of Indian players to compete at top-tier events.
The final match is scheduled for Saturday, where Nedunchezhiyan and Smith will face the formidable pair of Sander Gillé and Joran Vliegen. The outcome could further bolster Nedunchezhiyan's position in the international rankings.