The Tamil Thalaivas have sent shockwaves through the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) by announcing they will not retain any of their elite players for the upcoming Season 11. This bold decision comes after a disappointing Season 10 campaign where the Chennai-based team finished ninth with just nine wins from 22 matches. Instead, the Thalaivas are placing their faith in their young talent, retaining a roster of promising young players: Narender Sagar, Mohit Sahil, Aashish, Himanshu, M. Abishek.
The team will be looking to rebuild their squad entirely during the PKL Season 11 auction, scheduled for August 16th and 17th in Mumbai. The decision to release their elite players opens the door for a complete roster overhaul, allowing the Thalaivas to acquire new talent and potentially build a more competitive team for the upcoming season.
While the move has surprised many, the Thalaivas are clearly hoping that their investment in young players will pay off in the long run. This strategy could potentially lead to a fresh and dynamic team, ready to challenge for a place in the playoffs. It will be interesting to see how the Thalaivas perform in the upcoming season with their new roster.
