The inaugural MLP Nations Cup - a dynamic eight-team, three-day format designed for maximum intensity and fan excitement - will be held Friday, October 30-Sunday, November 1.

The event will feature regional teams representing key pickleball markets from around the world. Each team will be led by some of the sport’s most respected players and ambassadors, bringing together top-tier talent, regional pride, and international rivalries.

Friday and Saturday will showcase round-robin play, with teams battling for positioning and seeding. Top teams will then clash in a single-elimination bracket on Sunday, when we will crown the first-ever MLP Nations Cup Champion.

This unique international competition will serve as the official kickoff to the 2026 Pickleball World Championships, setting the tone for a 10-day global celebration of the sport. With international pride on the line, this event will highlight the best talent, passionate fan bases, and a festival-like atmosphere that extends far beyond the court.