Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Auction 2025 on May 31 and June 1: All you need to know
Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Auction 2025: The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is back with its 12th season, and excitement is already building up. One of the most awaited events before the tournament begins is the PKL 2025 player auction, which will take place on May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai. All 12 teams are ready to bid on their favourite players in this high-stakes event.
Let's look at everything you need to know about the PKL auctions, from player categories to purse values and where to watch the live action.
When and Where is the PKL Auction 2025?
The PKL Season 12 auction will be held on May 31 and June 1, 2025, in Mumbai. The auction time is scheduled to begin from 7 PM onwards on both days. Fans can catch the action live on Star Sports and stream it online via Disney+ Hotstar.
How Many Players Have Been Retained?
Before the auctions, all teams announced their list of retained players. A total of 83 players have been retained, divided into:
25 Elite Retained Players (ERP)
23 Retained Young Players (RP)
35 Existing New Young Players (ENYP)
With these retentions in place, 88 players are already confirmed for the season, leaving 212 open slots that will be filled during the auction.
Over 500 Players to Go Under the Hammer
This year's PKL auctions will feature more than 500 players, both Indian and international. Big names like Pawan Sehrawat, Maninder Singh, Pardeep Narwal, and Sachin Tanwar will be in the spotlight. International stars like Mohammadreza Chiyaneh Shadloui and Fazel Atrachali are also expected to draw heavy bids.
Auction Categories and Base Prices
All players in the PKL 2025 auction are divided into four categories based on their skills and base price. These include raiders, defenders, and all-rounders:
Category A: Rs 30 lakh base price
Category B: Rs 20 lakh base price
Category C: Rs 13 lakh base price
Category D: Rs 9 lakh base price
These categories help teams plan their spending and choose the right mix of experienced stars and emerging talent.
How Much Money Does Each Team Have?
Each team has a total player purse of Rs 5 crore, which they can use to buy players during the auction. However, the actual amount left varies depending on how many players each team has already retained.
Here is a breakdown of the remaining purse and squad size for each team:
Each team is allowed to have a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 25 players, with 2 to 4 overseas players permitted per squad.
Final Bid Match (FBM) Rule Explained
Some players released before the auction might still return to their old teams using the Final Bid Match (FBM) rule. This allows franchises to match the highest bid made for a player they had released, thereby bringing them back into the squad.
Meet the Coaches of PKL Season 12
The Pro Kabaddi League 2025 will also see a mix of familiar and fresh faces taking on coaching roles. Coaches play a key role in picking the right talent during the auction and guiding the team throughout the season.
Where to Watch the PKL Auction Live?
The PKL 2025 player auction will be televised live from 7 PM on Star Sports Network. Fans can also stream it live on Disney+ Hotstar to follow every bid and surprise pick.
With top Indian and international players up for grabs and each team planning to build a balanced squad, the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 auction promises to be full of drama and surprises. Stay tuned for live updates, big buys, and team strategies as the PKL auctions kick off on May 31 and June 1.
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