India's Rohan Bopanna Shines in Adelaide International Doubles

India, 9 January 2026 — Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna, along with his Australian partner Matthew Ebden, advanced to the finals of the Adelaide International 2 men's doubles. The duo defeated the American-German pair of Rajeev Ram and Tim Pütz in a closely contested semi-final match on Monday. Bopanna and Ebden won the match with a scoreline of 6-4, 7-6(5), showcasing a blend of powerful serves and strategic net play.

The tournament is held at the Memorial Drive Tennis Centre in Adelaide, Australia, and serves as a crucial lead-up event to the Australian Open. Bopanna and Ebden, seeded third in the tournament, demonstrated excellent chemistry and resilience in overcoming their higher-ranked opponents.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for Bopanna as he continues to perform consistently on the international circuit, enhancing India's presence in the global tennis arena. The pair will face the winner of the other semi-final match between the top-seeded Colombian pair Juan Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah, and the unseeded duo of Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek.

The Adelaide International is part of the ATP 250 series and provides an opportunity for players to fine-tune their skills before the year's first Grand Slam in Melbourne. Bopanna's performance in the doubles category highlights India's growing influence in tennis, particularly in doubles, where Indian players have historically excelled.

The final is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, and it presents Bopanna and Ebden with the chance to secure their first ATP title of the season. A victory would further boost Bopanna's confidence and ranking as he looks forward to the Australian Open and other major tournaments in 2026.