Ultimate Table Tennis has joined forces with global table tennis equipment giant Butterfly in a groundbreaking long-term partnership aimed at developing amateur and semi-professional table tennis across India. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in creating structured competitive pathways for young players nationwide.
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Butterfly UTT Challenger Cup: Tournament Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis Challenger Cup |
| Dates | November 20-23, 2025 |
| Venue | JVPG Club, Mumbai |
| Categories | Under-11, Under-13, Under-15 (Boys & Girls Singles) |
| Eligibility | Top 2 seeds (U-11), Top 4 seeds (U-13/U-15) excluded per district |
| Winner Prize | ₹5,000 per division |
| Runner-up Prize | ₹3,000 per division |
| Third Place Prize | ₹1,500 per division |
| Additional Rewards | Medals, trophies, souvenirs |
| Partnership Duration | 2 years (4 events total) |
| Equipment Provider | Butterfly (official competition equipment) |
Building India’s Table Tennis Ecosystem
The partnership extends UTT’s commitment beyond elite professional competition toward grassroots development. Over the next two years, Butterfly will title sponsor four amateur competitive events, creating structured pathways for young talent to progress from recreational play to professional careers.
Butterfly will provide all official competition equipment at venues, ensuring participants experience world-class playing standards from the grassroots level. The brand will also distribute exclusive player goodies to enhance the tournament experience.
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What Makes This Partnership Special
Ekansh Gupta, CEO of Ultimate Table Tennis, emphasized the shared vision: “This collaboration reflects our commitment to building a sustainable ecosystem for table tennis in India. By working with a global leader like Butterfly, we’re shaping pathways for young players to stay inspired, compete confidently, and dream bigger.”
Takako Osawa, President and Managing Director of Tamasu Co., Ltd. (Butterfly), added: “We are committed to helping amateur and young players pursue their dreams while contributing to the further development of table tennis culture in India.”
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Registration and Tournament Format
The inaugural Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis Challenger Cup welcomes players across three age categories in both boys’ and girls’ singles events. District-level top performers receive automatic byes to maintain competitive balance and provide opportunities for emerging talent.
Registration is now open through the official Ultimate Table Tennis website, offering young paddlers their first taste of professionally organized competitive table tennis.
Impact on Indian Table Tennis
This partnership addresses a critical gap in India’s table tennis development pathway—the transition from recreational play to semi-professional competition. With UTT focusing on elite professional leagues and Butterfly strengthening amateur infrastructure, players now have clear progression routes at every skill level.
The collaboration aligns with India’s growing table tennis ecosystem, which has witnessed increased participation, structured training programs, and competitive opportunities following UTT’s establishment in 2017.
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FAQs
How can young players register for the Butterfly UTT Challenger Cup?
Registration is open through the official Ultimate Table Tennis website at ultimatetabletennis.in/events for all eligible Under-11, Under-13, and Under-15 categories.
What equipment will be used in the tournament?
Butterfly will provide all official competition equipment including tables, nets, balls, and other gear to ensure world-class playing standards throughout the event.
