Bengaluru to Host India vs Netherlands Davis Cup Tie on 7–8 February 2026
Bengaluru, 5 December 2025: The All India Tennis Association (AITA), in collaboration with the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA), has confirmed that Bengaluru will host the India vs Netherlands Davis Cup World Group stage tie at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium on 7–8 February 2026.
Key Highlights
- Event: Davis Cup World Group Stage – India vs Netherlands
- Dates: 7–8 February 2026
- Venue: SM Krishna Tennis Stadium, Bengaluru
- Organisers: All India Tennis Association (AITA) and Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA)
- Format: Home-and-away Davis Cup format
Bengaluru’s Legacy as a Tennis Host City
Bengaluru has an established history of hosting major tennis tournaments, including international team competitions.
The city recently organised the Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs, demonstrating its ability to stage world-class events with strong infrastructure and operational efficiency.
The upcoming Davis Cup tie adds to Bengaluru’s long association with the competition. The city has hosted several past Davis Cup ties, including matches against:
- Australia (1970)
- Sweden (1985)
- Indonesia (2013)
- Serbia (2014)
- Uzbekistan (2017)
Team India: Recent Performance and Rankings
India currently stands at World No. 33 in the Davis Cup rankings.
The team secured qualification for the 2026 Davis Cup Qualifiers after a 3–1 victory over Switzerland in September 2025—India’s first win over a European side in Europe since 1993 and its strongest result under the post-2019 format.
Key players in the win included Sumit Nagal and Dhakshineswar Suresh.
About the Netherlands Team
The Netherlands enters the tie as a formidable opponent.
- Current Ranking: No. 4
- Recent Achievement: Runners-up at the 2024 Davis Cup
- Qualification: Earned direct entry into the second round of the 2026 Qualifiers due to their 2024 finalist finish
Official Statement
Priyank M Kharge, Minister of IT BT, RDPR, Government of Karnataka, Senior Vice President of KSLTA and Chairman of the Organising Committee, noted that Bengaluru has consistently hosted high-profile tennis events and is well positioned to deliver a successful Davis Cup tie.
Ticketing and Schedule Updates
Information about:
- Match timing
- Ticket sales
- Additional venue details
will be announced shortly by the organisers.
About the Davis Cup
The Davis Cup, often referred to as the World Cup of Tennis, features a global home-and-away team format. Countries compete throughout the season for a place in the Final 8, scheduled to take place in Italy later in 2026.
Bengaluru Gearing Up for a Major Tennis Weekend
With experienced organisers, modern facilities, and a strong local tennis community, Bengaluru is preparing to welcome Team India, Team Netherlands, international officials, and fans from across the country for an exciting Davis Cup weekend.
