Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), India’s premier professional table tennis league, has announced a long-term partnership with global table tennis equipment giant Butterfly to promote the sport at the amateur and semi-professional levels across India.
This strategic collaboration marks the next phase in UTT’s mission to build a comprehensive and sustainable table tennis ecosystem in the country one that connects elite performance with grassroots participation. Over the past few years, India has witnessed a steady rise in interest and structured development in table tennis, driven by UTT’s initiatives, increased access to quality coaching, and enhanced competitive opportunities for young players.
As part of the agreement, Butterfly will serve as the title sponsor for four amateur-level competitive events over the next two years. The first of these, the Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis Challenger Cup, will be held at JVPG Club, Mumbai, from November 20 to 23, 2025.
The upcoming Challenger Cup will cater to boys and girls in the Under-11, Under-13, and Under-15 singles categories. Participation will be open to emerging players, excluding the top two seeds in the Under-11 category and the top four seeds in the Under-13 and Under-15 categories within their respective districts ensuring a fair and developmental competition field.
The event will offer an attractive prize pool, with ₹5,000 for winners, ₹3,000 for runners-up, and ₹1,500 for third place, along with medals, trophies, and souvenirs for all participants. Registrations for the event are now open through the official UTT link.
In addition to curating this intellectual property with UTT, Butterfly will provide all official competition equipment, bringing world-class playing standards to the grassroots level. The brand will also offer exclusive player goodies and merchandise, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing young Indian talent and strengthening its presence within the country’s rapidly expanding table tennis community.
Leaders Speak on the Partnership
Commenting on the collaboration, Ekansh Gupta, CEO of Ultimate Table Tennis, said:
“This collaboration with Butterfly reflects our shared vision of building a strong and sustainable ecosystem for table tennis in India. UTT has consistently invested in the sport’s growth from elite competition to grassroots development and this initiative extends that commitment to the amateur level. By working with a global leader like Butterfly, we’re shaping pathways for young players to stay inspired, compete confidently, and dream bigger.”
Echoing the sentiment, Takako Osawa, President and Managing Director, Tamasu Co., Ltd. (Butterfly), added:
“We are delighted to collaborate with UTT, a leading organization driving the growth of table tennis in India, and to support the players in India through this partnership. Through this initiative, Butterfly is committed to helping amateur and young players pursue their dreams and grow, while contributing to the further development of table tennis culture in India. We hope that this partnership will help share the joy of table tennis with more people, connecting hearts and opening new possibilities within the table tennis community in India.”
Strengthening India’s TT Pathway
Since its inception, UTT has been at the forefront of professionalizing table tennis in India, introducing international-standard league formats, television visibility, and athlete-focused structures. This new initiative, in collaboration with Butterfly, extends that effort to the grassroots, ensuring a continuous pipeline for young talent to progress into competitive and professional levels. By integrating global expertise with India’s growing interest in the sport, UTT and Butterfly aim to bridge the gap between local players and international standards a crucial step for India’s long-term success on the world stage.
Event Details
•Title Sponsor: Butterfly
•Venue Partner: JVPG Club, Mumbai
•Implementation Partner: Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT)
•Event: Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis Challenger Cup
•Dates: November 20–23, 2025
This collaboration is expected to set a new benchmark for amateur sports IPs in India, combining the vision of UTT with Butterfly’s global legacy of excellence reaffirming that the future of Indian table tennis is not only professional but inclusive and grassroots-driven.
