Pro Kabaddi League Season 12: Franchise Squads Set for an Exciting Season
After a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 Player Auction held in Mumbai on May 31 and June 1, all 12 franchises have finalized their squads to battle for the prestigious PKL title in the upcoming season. Let’s take a closer look at how each team has shaped up ahead of PKL Season 12.
Bengal Warriorz Full Squad
The Bengal Warriorz made some significant moves during the auction to strengthen their squad. They secured standout raider Devank Dalal from PKL Season 11 for a massive INR 2.205 crore, adding firepower to their attack. The team also brought back Korean star raider Jang Kun Lee and signed Himanshu to bolster their raiding unit. Retaining defenders Nitesh Kumar and Mayur Jagannath Kadam using their Final Bid Match (FBM) options further solidified their defense. With a mix of experienced players and young talent, the Warriorz are poised to be strong contenders in the upcoming season.
Raiders: Sushil Kambrekar, Vishwas S, Manprit, Punit Kumar, Rachit Kumar, Jang Kun Lee, Omid Khojasteh Mohammadshah, Himanshu, Devank
Defenders: Yash Malik, Manjeet, Deep Kumar, Amandeep, Ankit, Sandeep, Harander, Parteek, Mayur Jagannath Kadam, Ashish, Nitesh Kumar
All-rounders: Moolchandra Singh, Shivansh Thakur
Bengaluru Bulls Full Squad
The Bengaluru Bulls have put together a balanced squad with a mix of raiders, defenders, and all-rounders. With players like Manjeet and Pankaj leading the raiding unit, and Lucky Kumar and Deepak S anchoring the defense, the Bulls look well-equipped for the challenges of PKL Season 12. The addition of all-rounders like Chandranaik M and Amit Singh Thakur further strengthens their lineup.
Raiders: Manjeet, Pankaj, Pirati Srisivatejesh, Ganesha B. Hanamantagol, Aashish Malik, Shubham Bitake, Mahipal, Akash Santosh Shinde
Defenders: Lucky Kumar, Deepak S, Shubham Rahate, Manish, Satyappa Matti, Ankush, Sanjay, Yogesh
All-rounders: Chandranaik M, Amit Singh Thakur, Sahil Suhas Rane, Sachin, Ahmadreza Asgari, Alireza Mirzaeian, Dheeraj
Dabang Delhi K.C. Full Squad
With a focus on retaining key players and adding seasoned talent, Dabang Delhi K.C. has built a formidable squad for PKL Season 12. The team retained star raider Ashu Malik and secured the services of Fazel Atrachali, a top defender in PKL history. With a strong mix of raiders, defenders, and all-rounders, Dabang Delhi K.C. is gearing up for an exciting season ahead.
Raiders: Mohit, Anil Gurjar, Vijay, Ajinkya Ashok Pawar, Akshit, Neeraj Narwal, Ashu Malik
Defenders: Sandeep, Anurag, Raman Singh, Mohit, Saurabh Nandal, Gaurav Chhillar, Surjeet Singh, Amirhossein Bastami, Fazel Atrachali
All-rounders: Amit, Ashish Kumar, Naveen, Arkam Shaikh
Gujarat Giants Full Squad
Gujarat Giants made headlines by securing two-time champion Mohammadreza Shadloui for a record INR 2.23 crore at the auction. With a strong lineup of raiders, defenders, and all-rounders, the Giants are aiming to make a mark in PKL Season 12. Players like Ajith V Kumar, Milad Jabbari, and Lucky Sharma add depth to the squad, making them a team to watch out for.
Raiders: Rakesh, Parteek Dahiya, Himanshu Singh, Shridhar Ananda Kadam, Ankit, K Harish, Ajith V Kumar
Defenders: Amit, Sumit, Rohit Kumar, Milad Jabbari, Lucky Sharma, Shubham Kumar
All-rounders: Himanshu Yadav, Visvanth V, Nitin Panwar, Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh
U Mumba Full Squad
U Mumba, a consistent performer in the Pro Kabaddi League, has assembled a formidable squad for Season 12. With a good mix of experienced players and young talent, the team looks well-balanced and ready to make a strong push for the title. One of the key highlights of their squad is the presence of star raider Arjun Deshwal, whose agility and scoring prowess make him a player to watch out for in the upcoming season. Alongside Deshwal, U Mumba boasts a strong defensive lineup led by players like Harendra Kumar and Mohit Balyan.
Raiders: Arjun Deshwal, Abhishek Singh, Gaurav Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Navneet, Anil, Ashish, Vishav Chaudhary, Sheikh Sahil
Defenders: Harendra Kumar, Mohit Balyan, Surinder Singh, Abhishek, Rohit Baliyan, Harsh Vardhan, Hadi Oshtorak, Anuj Kumar, Rinku Narwal, Ajinkya Rohidas Kapre
All-rounders: Athul MS, Rahul Raj, Sandeep Narwal, Sai Singh, Ankush
Jaipur Pink Panthers Full Squad
The Jaipur Pink Panthers, champions of the inaugural season of the Pro Kabaddi League, are back with a strong squad for Season 12. Led by seasoned campaigners like Deepak Niwas Hooda and Sandeep Kumar Dhull, the team has a good mix of raiders, defenders, and all-rounders. With the addition of all-rounder Abhishek Singh and defender Ashok Kumar, the Pink Panthers look well-prepared for the challenges that lie ahead in the upcoming season.
Raiders: Deepak Niwas Hooda, Abhishek Singh, Sachin Narwal, Sachin, Nitin Rawal, Sunil Siddhgavali, Kamal Singh, Shubham Narwal
Defenders: Sandeep Kumar Dhull, Pavan TR, Ashok Kumar, Vishal, Sushil Gulia, Manish Narwal, Guman Singh, Nitin Rathi, Chinna Rao, Abhishek Narwal
All-rounders: Ravinder, Ashok, Praveen, Aman
Patna Pirates Full Squad
The Patna Pirates, a powerhouse in the Pro Kabaddi League with multiple championship titles, have put together a strong squad for Season 12. With stalwarts like Pardeep Narwal leading the raiding department and veteran defender Neeraj Kumar anchoring the defense, the Pirates have a well-rounded team capable of dominating on the mat. The addition of all-rounder Monu and raider Surender Nada further strengthens their lineup, making them a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming season.
Raiders: Pardeep Narwal, Surender Nada, Monu, Sachin, Arvind, Sahil Mann, Sanjay, Mohit, Ran Singh
Defenders: Neeraj Kumar, Mahendra Choudhary, Sundeep Kumar, Ashish, K Prapanjan, Mahendra Singh, Karambir, Sumit, Harpreet Singh, Sahil Mann
All-rounders: Sandeep Kumar, Vikas Jaglan, Sunil, Mohammad Esmaeil Maghsoudlou Mahalli, Bibin, Gurmeet Singh
With each franchise having finalized their squads for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, fans can look forward to an action-packed and fiercely competitive tournament as these teams battle it out on the kabaddi mat for glory and the coveted PKL title.
