The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) has unveiled the list of retained players for each franchise ahead of the highly anticipated Season 11, set to begin on August 6th. The franchises have categorized their retained players into three groups: Elite Players, Young Players, and Existing New Young Players.
The Patna Pirates, a three-time champion, narrowly missed out on a fourth title in Season 10 after falling to the eventual champions, Puneri Paltan, in the semi-finals. One of the standout players for the Pirates last season was Krishan, who finished with the second-highest number of tackle points (78). However, the franchise has decided not to retain him for the upcoming season.
This decision has sparked speculation and raised questions about the Pirates’ strategy for Season 11. It remains to be seen whether the team will attempt to bring Krishan back into the fold or if they will explore other options to strengthen their defense. The absence of such a crucial player could significantly impact the Pirates’ performance in the upcoming season.
The retained player list includes:
Elite Players:
* Ankit
* Sandeep Kumar
Young Players:
* Manish
Existing New Young Players:
* Abinand
* Subhash
* Kunal Mehta
* Sudhakar M
The upcoming season promises to be even more thrilling and competitive, with teams aiming to make their mark and claim the prestigious Pro Kabaddi League title. The Pirates, despite the loss of Krishan, will undoubtedly be looking to bounce back and make a strong push for championship glory.
