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Pro Kabaddi League 2025 Season 12
Pro Kabaddi League 2025 Season 12 : The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is back with its 12th electrifying season in 2025, promising high-octane raids, nail-biting tackles, and passionate fan moments. As India’s most popular franchise-based kabaddi tournament, PKL has grown into a sporting spectacle that attracts millions of viewers globally.
PKL 2025: Start Date and Venues
Season 12 is scheduled to kick off in late 2025, with matches set across multiple Indian cities to give fans a true home-and-away experience. Major arenas such as Bengaluru’s Kanteerava Indoor Stadium, Ahmedabad’s EKA Arena, and Delhi’s Thyagaraj Sports Complex are expected to host key matches. The detailed fixture list will be released by the organizers soon.
Participating Teams
All 12 iconic franchises are returning for Season 12, including:
- Patna Pirates
- Bengal Warriors
- Bengaluru Bulls
- Jaipur Pink Panthers
- U Mumba
- Dabang Delhi K.C.
- Puneri Paltan
- Haryana Steelers
- Gujarat Giants
- Telugu Titans
- Tamil Thalaivas
- UP Yoddhas
Each team has strengthened its squad during the 2025 player auctions, with emerging young raiders and experienced defenders creating a balanced mix of talent.
Star Players to Watch
Fans are eager to see Pardeep Narwal, Naveen Kumar, and Arjun Deshwal continue their dominant runs. Rising stars like Aslam Inamdar and Mohammadreza Shadloui add an international flair and strategic depth to the competition.
Key Storylines for PKL Season 12
- Defending Champions’ Challenge – Can last season’s winners retain their crown?
- Young Blood vs. Veterans – Expect thrilling duels between debutants and seasoned kabaddi legends.
- Overseas Talent – International players from Iran, South Korea, and Kenya bring diversity and new strategies.
Fan Engagement & Digital Experience
The league is set to enhance fan experiences through AR/VR broadcasts, live statistics, and fantasy kabaddi games, ensuring supporters stay connected whether at the stadium or online.
Broadcast & Live Streaming
Matches will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed digitally on Disney+ Hotstar, making it easy for fans to catch every raid and tackle from anywhere
🏆 Pro Kabaddi League 2025 – Quick Reference Snapshot
| Category | Details (as of Sept 2025) |
|---|---|
| Season & Dates | Season 12 • 29 Aug – 23 Oct 2025 |
| Format | Double round-robin league (18 matches per team) → Eliminator → Semi-finals → Final |
| Venue Legs | Vizag (Aug 29 – Sept 11) → Jaipur (Sept 12 – Sept 27) → Chennai (Sept 29 – Oct 12) → Delhi (Oct 14 – Oct 23 Final) |
| Opening Match | Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas – Aug 29, Vizag |
| Defending Champion | Haryana Steelers |
| Live Broadcast / Stream | Star Sports Network & Disney+ Hotstar (India), Fancode (International) |
🏟️ Teams, Captains & Coaches
| Team | Captain | Head Coach |
|---|---|---|
| Bengal Warriors | Maninder Singh | K. Baskaran |
| Bengaluru Bulls | Saurabh Nandal | Randhir Singh |
| Dabang Delhi K.C. | Ashu Malik | Joginder Narwal |
| Gujarat Giants | Fazel Atrachali | Ram Mehar Singh |
| Haryana Steelers | Jaideep Dahiya | Manpreet Singh |
| Jaipur Pink Panthers | Nitin Rawal | Narender Redhu |
| Patna Pirates | Neeraj Kumar | Ravi Shetty |
| Puneri Paltan | Aslam Inamdar | B. C. Ramesh |
| Tamil Thalaivas | Pawan Sehrawat | Ashan Kumar |
| Telugu Titans | Parvesh Bhainswal | Jagdish Kumble |
| U Mumba | Surinder Singh | Gholamreza Mazandarani |
| UP Yoddhas | Sumit Sangwan | Jasveer Singh |
(Captains/coaches confirmed by official team releases and PKL announcements.)
🌟 Key Players to Watch
| Raider Highlights | Defender Highlights |
|---|---|
| Naveen Kumar (Delhi) – Speed & agility | Mohammadreza Shadloui (Gujarat) – ₹2.23 Cr auction buy |
| Arjun Deshwal (Jaipur) – 300+ raid points last season | Fazel Atrachali (Gujarat) – Iranian wall |
| Pawan Sehrawat (Tamil Thalaivas) – Dubki king | Saurabh Nandal (Bengaluru) – Top tackler 2024 |
| Aslam Inamdar (Pune) – Versatile all-rounder | Jaideep Dahiya (Haryana) – Key to defending champs |
📅 Key Upcoming Fixtures (Next Leg)
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sept 12 | Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Bengaluru Bulls | Jaipur |
| Sept 14 | Patna Pirates vs UP Yoddhas | Jaipur |
| Sept 20 | Haryana Steelers vs Dabang Delhi K.C. | Jaipur |
| Sept 25 | Gujarat Giants vs Tamil Thalaivas | Jaipur |
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Conclusion
With new strategies, power-packed players, and passionate fan support, PKL Season 12 promises to be the most exciting chapter yet in the journey of professional kabaddi. Stay tuned for official match dates and fixtures as India prepares for another season of breathtaking raids and unyielding tackles.
