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The Hindu
a day ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
PKL 12 Auction, Bengal Warriorz full squad: Updated list of players
Bengal Warriorz, which won the Pro Kabaddi League in season seven, will hope to reclaim the title as it gears up to create its team for the 12th season of the league. The auction for same is taking place in Mumbai between May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai. Following is the full squad of Bengal Warriorz squad: PURCHASED Devank Dalal, Nitesh Kumar (FBM), Jang Kun Lee, Omid Khojasteh Mohammadshah, Ashish, Parteek RETAINED Vishwas S; NYP - Yash Malik, Manjeet, Deep Kumar, Sushil Kambrekar
News18
a day ago
- Sport
- News18
Record 10 Crorepatis Steal The Show On Day 1 Of PKL 12 Player Auction
Last Updated: Shadloui bags INR 2 Cr+ in 3 straight seasons; Dalal joins Bengal Warriorz for INR 2.205 Cr; Ashu Malik, Deepak Singh re-signed on Day 1 of the Player Auction. Mohammadreza Shadloui made history at the start of Season 11 as the Most Valuable Player, securing a record INR 2.23 crore contract with Gujarat Giants in the opening bid. This two-time PKL champion became the first player to command over INR 2 crore three times in PKL history. His acquisition initiated a series of high-value signings, with 10 players exceeding the INR 1 crore mark on Day 1 of the Player Auction, setting a new PKL record. Devank Dalal, the Best Raider of PKL 11, joined Shadloui in the 2 crore club, signed by Bengal Warriors for INR 2.205 crore, making him the fifth-most expensive player in PKL history. A key feature of the Player Auction was the new Final Bid Match (FBM) rule, enabling teams to retain released players by matching the final bid price for one or two seasons. Dabang Delhi K.C. utilised this rule to re-sign star raider Ashu Malik for INR 1.90 crore for the next two seasons. Other notable Category A acquisitions included Arjun Deshwal, signed by Tamil Thalaivas for INR 1.405 crore, and Yogesh Dahiya, joining Bengaluru Bulls for INR 1.125 crore. In Category B, five players commanded bids exceeding INR 1 crore. Ankit Jaglan returned to Patna Pirates for INR 1.573 crore via the one-season FBM card, while Season 8 winner Naveen Kumar became the second-most expensive player in this category, joining Haryana Steelers for INR 1.20 crore. 'Day 1 of the PKL Season 12 Player Auction was a landmark moment, with a record-breaking 10 players crossing the INR 1 crore mark across Categories A and B, reflecting the continued growth in player value and the league's evolution over the past decade. The introduction of the two-season Final Bid Match (FBM) rule also had an impact, with two teams choosing to retain players for a longer duration — highlighting our commitment to building continuity within squads. We now look forward to Day 2 as the franchisees build their squads for the upcoming season," said Mr Anupam Goswami, Business Head, Mashal Sports & League Commissioner, Pro Kabaddi League. First Published: June 01, 2025, 07:23 IST
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
PKL 2025 Auction May 31 HIGHLIGHTS: Shadloui most expensive with Rs 2.23 cr bid; Pawan goes to Tamil
PKL 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Devak Dalal was the second most expensive player so far tonight with a Rs 2.205 cr bid from Bengal Warriorz
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
PKL 2025 auction live timing, teams' salary purse, and live streaming
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 auction, set to take place on May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai, is shaping up to be the most competitive in the league's history. With more than 500 players up for grabs — including every title-winning player from the past 11 seasons — this year's auction blends legacy with opportunity. Big names like Pawan Sehrawat, Mohammadreza Shadloui, and Pardeep Narwal headline the pool, while fans eagerly await Naveen Kumar's first-ever auction appearance. For franchises, it's not just about filling rosters — it's a high-stakes chessboard where experience and future potential collide. A key twist this year is the redefined Final Bid Match (FBM) rule, allowing teams to retain former players for one or even two seasons, injecting fresh strategy into the bidding process. Organisers believe the combination of proven icons, emerging talent, and a dynamic auction format will deliver an unforgettable kickoff to Season 12. PKL 2025 auction: Remaining purse money and FBM of each team Team Current Squad Size Salary Purse Used (₹ Cr) Salary Purse Left (₹ Cr) FBM Available Bengal Warriorz 9 ₹1.05 Cr ₹3.95 Cr 3 Bengaluru Bulls 8 ₹0.88 Cr ₹4.12 Cr 3 Dabang Delhi K.C. 4 ₹0.44 Cr ₹4.56 Cr 3 Gujarat Giants 5 ₹0.92 Cr ₹4.08 Cr 3 Haryana Steelers 10 ₹2.54 Cr ₹2.46 Cr 3 Jaipur Pink Panthers 10 ₹1.70 Cr ₹3.30 Cr 3 Patna Pirates 11 ₹1.45 Cr ₹3.55 Cr 3 Puneri Paltan 11 ₹2.51 Cr ₹2.49 Cr 3 Tamil Thalaivas 14 ₹2.45 Cr ₹2.55 Cr 3 Telugu Titans 10 ₹1.38 Cr ₹3.62 Cr 3 U Mumba 10 ₹2.69 Cr ₹2.31 Cr 3 UP Yoddhas 13 ₹3.14 Cr ₹1.86 Cr 2 PKL 2025 auction: Live streaming and telecast details When will the auction for Pro Kabaddi League 2025 take place? The players' auction for PKL 2025 will take place on May 31 and June 1. Where will the auction for Pro Kabaddi League 2025 take place? The players' auction for PKL 2025 will be held in Mumbai on May 31 and June 1. What time will the players' auction for PKL 2025 start? The PKL 2025 players' auction will start at 7:00 pm IST on May 31 and 10:00 am IST on June 1. Where to watch the live telecast of the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 auction in India? The live telecast of the PKL 2025 players' auction will be available on Star Sports Network. Where to watch the live streaming of the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 auction in India?
Hans India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
Bengal Warriorz looking forward to Season 12 with new acquisitions from PKL auction
Mumbai: With the player auction for Season 12 around the corner, the Bengal Warriorz, one of the founding franchises of the tournament, are preparing to bolster their squad with important acquisitions for the upcoming season. The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Player Auction is scheduled for May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai. Ahead of the PKL auction, the Bengal Warriorz, who will be coached by Naveen Kumar in Season 12, retained Vishwas S., Yash Malik, Manjeet, Deep Kumar, and Sushil Kambrekar from last season's squad. Coach Naveen Kumar, who is well known for his exceptional leadership, tactical acumen, and his ability to identify, nurture and work with young talent, is focused on carving the way forward for the Bengal Warriorz. Naveen Kumar brings with him loads of experience as a player and a coach, and a plethora of in-depth knowledge about the kabaddi ecosystem in India, which augurs well for the Bengal Warriorz, who are building for the future. Speaking in the lead-up to the big auction, coach Naveen Kumar said, 'Bengal Warriorz is an amazing franchise, one that has consistently worked for the betterment of the sport over the last 11 years. Like every season, this season at Bengal Warriorz is all about the warrior spirit of never giving up, and we are looking to build a squad that carries this spirit to the mat.' 'Young players, along with a healthy mix of experience, are essential to put together a good squad so that the Warriorz not only have a good Season 12 but also sow the seeds for the seasons ahead. Kabaddi has been growing at a rapid pace, and we want to ensure that the Warriorz continue to be at the forefront of this journey.' Season 7 champions Bengal Warriorz have opted for a rebuild and will be looking for players across every position. The rebuilding project for the Warriorz will focus on a holistic approach as they aim to bring back the glory days. 'The Bengal Warriorz no doubt have quite a task as we have to rebuild and reorganise our squad at the PKL Player Auction for Season 12. We are looking to bring in a balanced squad that has the flair and exuberance of youth, and also the maturity of experience. We are confident of achieving our targets at the auction,' said Apurv Gupta, CEO of Bengal Warriorz.
