Results for: Pro Kabaddi League

The Chennai-based franchise Tamil Thalaivas has named Sagar as their captain for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League season 11. The defender, who was retained by the team, will lead the Thalaivas into the new season after a strong performance in the previous season, despite missing some matches due to injury. The team has also appointed a two-coach system with Udaya Kumar as the chief coach and Dharmaraj Cheralathan as the strategy coach. The Thalaivas secured the services of raider Sachin for a record-breaking price at the PKL 11 auction.

The Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 is set to begin on October 18th in Hyderabad with a clash between the Telugu Titans and Bengaluru Bulls. The season will feature a three-city format, with matches taking place in Hyderabad, Noida, and Pune. Fans can watch the action live on Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is set to return for its 11th season, commencing on October 18th in Hyderabad. The tournament will follow a three-city caravan format, moving to Noida and Pune for the subsequent legs. The dates for playoffs and the final will be announced later.

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 auction saw a shift in focus towards young, emerging talent and performance over established names. While veterans like Rahul Chaudhari went unsold, young raiders like Sachin Tanwar, Jai Bhagwan, and V Ajith Kumar fetched significant bids. The auction also highlighted the league’s growing emphasis on talent scouting and international expansion, with the return of Jang-Kun Lee from South Korea and the inclusion of players from Bangladesh, Thailand, and Chinese Taipei.

Jai Bhagwan, a promising raider with experience in the Pro Kabaddi League, was acquired by the Bengaluru Bulls for a hefty sum of Rs. 63 lakh during the auction. The young athlete has proven his skills in previous seasons and also holds the honor of being part of the Indian men’s team that won the Junior World Kabaddi Championship.

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 player auction saw 20 foreign players being picked by the 12 franchises. Iranian players dominated the selection, with Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh becoming the most expensive overseas buy, acquired by Haryana Steelers for Rs 2.07 crore.

Bhavani Rajput, a seasoned raider with experience in the Pro Kabaddi League, has been acquired by the UP Yoddhas for Rs. 45 lakh during the second day of the PKL 2024 Auction in Mumbai. Rajput, known for his raiding prowess, brings a wealth of experience to the Yoddhas, having previously played for the Tamil Thalaivas and Jaipur Pink Panthers.

All-rounder Gurdeep Singh was acquired by the Patna Pirates for Rs. 59 lakh on the second day of the Pro Kabaddi League 2024 auction. Gurdeep previously played for the UP Yoddhas, showcasing strong performances in his previous seasons.

South Korean raider Jang Kun Lee, who last played in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) in 2019, has been bought by the Patna Pirates for Rs. 17.50 lakh. This marks his return to the league after a four-year absence.

The Tamil Thalaivas have acquired Iranian defender Amirhossein Bastami for Rs. 15.10 lakh in the Pro Kabaddi League Auction 2024. Bastami, who made his PKL debut in season nine, is expected to bolster the Thalaivas’ defense as they aim for a better finish this year.