IronAnkles
A weekend badminton league for working adults in Gurugram. Enter singles on your own or doubles with a partner, play at least three guaranteed matches in your group, and chase a place in finals weekend.
Payments are processed securely by Cashfree Payments. Follow @iron.ankles for the opening date.
- Sport
- Badminton, singles and doubles
- Kickoff
- Mid-March 2027
- When
- Saturday and Sunday mornings and evenings
- Where
- Indoor courts in Gurugram, announced with fixtures
- Singles
- ₹799 per player
- Doubles
- ₹1,199 per pair
How Season 1 works
Players are placed in groups of four by skill level. Everyone plays everyone in their group, so each entry gets at least three matches. The top two from each group go through to the knockouts on finals weekend.
Group matches are best of three games to 15. Knockout matches are best of three games to 21, played with feather shuttles. Every match has an umpire and a scheduled court time, so you know exactly when to turn up.
You can enter up to two events, for example men’s singles and mixed doubles. Need a doubles partner? Tell us when you register and we’ll try to pair you with someone at your level.
| Stage | When | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Group stage, round 1 | Mid-March weekend | Groups of four, first matches |
| Group stage, round 2 | Late March weekend | Remaining group matches |
| Finals weekend | Early April | Quarter-finals to finals, medals and prizes |
We don’t schedule matches on the Holi weekend.
Pricing
₹799singles, per player
₹1,199doubles, per pair
One payment per event covers the whole season. If you enter two events, you pay for each one. Prices are final, with no extra charges at the venue.
- Court booking for every group and knockout match
- At least three guaranteed group matches per entry
- An umpire at every match
- Nylon shuttles for group matches, feather shuttles for knockouts
- Medals for winners, runners-up and semi-finalists
- Cash prizes for the winners and runners-up in each event
- Fixtures, results and group tables shared every weekend
- Match photos and highlights on our Instagram
Events
| Event | Entry | Fee | Spots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s singles | Individual | ₹799 | 32 players |
| Women’s singles | Individual | ₹799 | 16 players |
| Men’s doubles | Pair | ₹1,199 | 16 pairs |
| Mixed doubles | Pair | ₹1,199 | 16 pairs |
| Women’s doubles | Pair | ₹1,199 | Runs with 8 or more pairs |
Each event needs at least 8 entries to run. If an event doesn’t fill, you can move to another event or get a full refund.
Season timeline
- Registrations openEarly 2027, announced on Instagram
- Registrations closeEnd of February 2027, or when events fill
- Groups and fixturesFirst week of March, with venue and court times
- KickoffMid-March 2027
- Finals weekendEarly April 2027
Registered entries
Questions
Who can play?
Anyone aged 18 or over. All levels are welcome, from casual weekend players to regular club players. Tell us your level when you register and we’ll seed the groups so matches are competitive.
I don’t have a doubles partner. Can I still enter doubles?
Yes. Register as an individual looking for a partner and we’ll try to pair you with someone at a similar level before groups are drawn. If we can’t find a partner, we’ll refund your entry in full.
What do I need to bring?
Your own racket, non-marking indoor shoes, water and a photo ID. We provide shuttles and umpires.
What if I can’t make my match time?
Tell us at least 48 hours before and we’ll try to move it within the same weekend. A no-show without notice counts as a walkover.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, depending on when you cancel. Read the refund and cancellation policy.
About us
Gurugram, Haryana
Iron Ankles runs a weekend badminton league for working adults in Gurugram. Most one-day open tournaments mean a long wait for a single knockout match. We run a proper season instead: groups by skill level, at least three guaranteed matches, scheduled court times, umpires, standings and a finals weekend.
Players pay one entry fee per event per season. That covers court bookings, umpires, shuttles, medals and prizes. Season 1 starts in mid-March 2027.
Who runs Iron Ankles
Iron Ankles is run by Iron Ankles Amateur Sports League (IAASL), based in Gurugram, Haryana. For anything about the league, see the contact page.
Contact us
We reply within one working day.
- ironanklesleague@gmail.com
- Phone and WhatsApp
- +91 97791 55776
- @iron.ankles
- Operated by
- Iron Ankles Amateur Sports League (IAASL)
- Address
- Gurugram, Haryana
For refund requests, email us with your registered name, phone number and payment reference.
Terms and conditions
Last updated 12 November 2026
These terms apply to anyone who visits this website or registers for an Iron Ankles league or event. Iron Ankles is operated by Iron Ankles Amateur Sports League (IAASL), Gurugram, Haryana (“we”, “us”). By registering, you agree to these terms.
1. Our service
We organise amateur badminton leagues. An entry fee buys a place in one event for one season, including the items listed in the pricing section of our home page.
2. Eligibility
- You must be 18 or older on the date of registration.
- You confirm that you are in good health and fit to take part in physical sport, and that you will tell us about anything that could put you or others at risk.
- If you register a doubles pair, you confirm that your partner has agreed to these terms.
- Each player may enter a maximum of two events per season.
3. Registration and payment
An entry is confirmed only after full payment is received. Payments are processed by Cashfree Payments; we do not see or store your card or bank details. Prices are in Indian rupees and are the final amount payable.
4. Groups, seeding and schedule changes
We place players in groups based on the skill level they declare and our judgement, and our decision on groups and seeding is final. We may change match times or venues because of court availability, safety or other reasons outside our control, and will tell players as early as we can. If an event or the season is cancelled before it starts, you get a full refund, as set out in the refund policy.
5. Conduct and match rules
Matches follow Badminton World Federation laws, with the scoring formats announced for each stage. Players must accept the umpire’s decisions. Abuse, violence, discrimination or playing under the influence of alcohol or drugs may lead to disqualification without a refund.
6. Risk and liability
Sport involves a risk of injury. You take part at your own risk. To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for injury, loss or damage to personal belongings, except where caused by our negligence. Our total liability to you is limited to the entry fee you paid. First aid is available at matches; we strongly recommend personal health insurance.
7. Photos and video
We photograph and film matches and may use this content on our website and social media. If you don’t want to appear, tell us at registration or by email and we’ll avoid featuring you.
8. Prizes
Prizes are awarded on sporting results only. Prize amounts for each event are announced before kickoff and may be reduced if an event has fewer than 12 entries.
9. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of India. Courts in Gurugram, Haryana have jurisdiction over any dispute.
10. Contact
Questions about these terms: ironanklesleague@gmail.com.
Privacy policy
Last updated 12 November 2026
This policy explains what personal data Iron Ankles, operated by Iron Ankles Amateur Sports League (IAASL), collects and how we use it.
What we collect
- Details you give us at registration: name, phone number, email, event, doubles partner’s name and skill level.
- Payment confirmation details from our payment processor, such as the amount, date and transaction reference. We never receive your full card or bank details.
- Photos and videos taken at matches.
How we use it
- To confirm your entry, draw groups and share fixtures and results.
- To contact you about the league by phone, WhatsApp or email.
- To process refunds and keep records required by law.
- To share match content on our website and social media, as described in our terms.
Who we share it with
Cashfree Payments, to process your payment. Player first names, event, group and results may be shown publicly on this website and our Instagram. We do not sell your data or share it with advertisers.
How long we keep it
We keep registration data for up to two years after your last season, and payment records for as long as Indian tax law requires.
Your choices
You can ask us to see, correct or delete your personal data, or stop contacting you, by emailing ironanklesleague@gmail.com. We’ll respond within 30 days.
Refund and cancellation policy
Last updated 12 November 2026
If you cancel
- 14 or more days before the season’s first match: full refund.
- 7 to 13 days before the first match: 50% refund.
- Less than 7 days before the first match, or after the season has started: no refund. You may transfer your entry to another player with our approval.
If we cancel
- If an event doesn’t reach 8 entries, you can move to another event or get a full refund.
- If you registered for doubles without a partner and we can’t pair you, you get a full refund.
- If we cancel the season before it starts, you get a full refund.
- If we have to stop a season after it starts, you get a refund in proportion to the matches not played.
- Individual matches moved because of court availability are rescheduled, not refunded.
Disqualification
Players disqualified for breaking the conduct rules in our terms are not entitled to a refund. A walkover for not turning up is not refunded.
How to request a refund
Email ironanklesleague@gmail.com with your name, registered phone number and payment reference. Approved refunds are sent to your original payment method within 7 working days of approval. Your bank may take a few more days to show the credit.
Shipping and delivery policy
Last updated 12 November 2026
Iron Ankles sells entries to badminton leagues, which is a service. We do not ship any physical goods.
How the service is delivered
- After payment, you receive a confirmation from our payment processor straight away, and a confirmation from us by email or WhatsApp within 48 hours.
- Groups, fixtures, venue and court times are shared at least one week before the season starts.
- Matches are played in person at the venue listed in the fixtures. Shuttles are provided at the court; medals and prizes are presented on finals weekend.
If you haven’t received your confirmation within 48 hours of paying, contact us at ironanklesleague@gmail.com.