Maharashtra has long been known as a hotbed for Kabaddi and will have the second-most representation in season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Carrying forward the state's rich heritage in the sport are U Mumba and Puneri Paltan -- both former PKL champions.
Pro Kabaddi League Season 10 champions Puneri Paltan will be keen to get their hands on the prestigious PKL title once Season 12 commences on August 29.
The 12th season of PKL will kickstart from August 29 onwards, with the one-time PKL champion set to play Puneri Paltan on that day during their campaign opener.
Day 5 of the Yuva Andhra Championship 2025, a feeder into the Telugu Kabaddi League, produced a mix of thrillers and dominant performances at the Chennupati Ramakotaiah Municipal Corporation Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.
Adani Sportsline-owned Gujarat Giants on Tuesday announced Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) star Mohammadreza Shadloui as Captain, while unveiling their new-look jersey at a press conference in Ahmedabad.
The PKL 2025 season is set to begin on August 29, with matches scheduled across four cities, Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, Chennai, and Delhi, offering fans an action-packed kabaddi experience.
The season begins on August 29 in Vizag before travelling to Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi for the league stage till October 23. The Thursday Instagram Live -- part of a special series running every week until the season starts -- brought fans face-to-face with two of Kabaddi's brightest st
Day 4 saw Vizianagaram Ninjas reclaim the top spot in Pool A with back-to-back victories and Amravati Crushers extend their unbeaten run in Pool B, as per a press release from Andhra Kabaddi Association.
Led by captain Sunil Kumar, U Mumba finished the last campaign with 12 wins in 22 games to qualify for the PKL Playoffs after three seasons. However, their fruitful season came to an end when they went down to the Patna Pirates in Eliminator 2.
The prestigious recognition was awarded for organising the largest participation in a Kabaddi exhibition event, which took place in Panchkula, Haryana, setting a new global benchmark for the traditional Indian sport.