Sharmada’s journey in sports began with tennis, a career shaped by relentless training, early sacrifices, and a deep love for competition. After years of climbing the ranks, securing sponsorships, and battling injuries, she stepped away from the court. But sport never left her. Pickleball reignited her passion, offering a fresh challenge and a new arena to dominate.

The transition was pretty easy and Sharmada’s years in high-level tennis gave her an edge. The fast-paced nature of the game, the precision, and the mental toughness mirrored everything she loved about competing. And this time, she was playing on her own terms.

Even in a new sport, her philosophy remains the same: “Motivation is feeble and inconsistent, discipline isn’t.” She trains rigorously, balancing strength, endurance, and on-court drills to stay at the top of her game. Whether in tennis or pickleball, she thrives on the thrill of winning, proof that competition is in her DNA.

Pickleball is still gaining traction in India, and Sharmada is at the forefront, paving the way for more athletes, especially women, to take it seriously. She’s seen how difficult it is for players to find sponsorships and believes the sport needs stronger backing to truly take off. The sense of community, however, is unmatched, and she’s determined to give back by mentoring and supporting upcoming players.

While her days revolve around the sport, she makes it a point to disconnect when needed, no watching sports for leisure, no unnecessary pressure. Would she push her own child into competition? No. “Let them become the best version of what they can be.” For now, she’s focused on carving her own legacy in pickleball, proving that reinvention is always possible for those who refuse to quit.