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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
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. For more informative articles on historical and upcoming events from around the world, please visit Indiatimes Events.
India.com
3 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
PKL Season 12 Auction: New FBM Rule, Star-Studded Lineup & ₹5 Crore Strategies - All You Need To Know
photoDetails english 2908915 Updated:May 31, 2025, 03:40 PM IST PKL Season 12 Auction Kicks Off 1 / 10 The highly awaited Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 Player Auction takes place on May 31 and June 1, 2025, in Mumbai. Over 500 players, including top Indian and international stars, are up for grabs, making it a blockbuster event for kabaddi fans and franchises alike. Stars Headline a Loaded Auction Pool 2 / 10 This year's auction features some of kabaddi's biggest names: Pawan Sehrawat, Arjun Deshwal, Ashu Malik, Devank Dalal, and global icons Fazel Atrachali and Mohammadreza Shadloui. Fans will also witness Naveen Kumar enter the auction for the very first time after six seasons with Dabang Delhi K.C. All Champions Return to the Auction Table 3 / 10 For the first time in PKL history, all players who led their teams to championship titles from Seasons 1 to 11 are available in the auction pool. This includes legends like Maninder Singh, Pardeep Narwal, Naveen Kumar, and Shadloui, giving teams a rare chance to sign proven winners. FBM Rule Gets a Game-Changing Upgrade 4 / 10 The Final Bid Match (FBM) rule has been significantly revised. Previously limited to retaining a player for one season, teams can now retain them for either one or two seasons, giving franchises more control over long-term team strategy and player retention. How the New FBM Rule Works 5 / 10 Under the updated rule, if a Season 11 player is bid on, their former team can use FBM by instantly raising a 1-season or 2-season FBM card. The first card shown is final, and the team gets the player at the highest bid price. If no card is raised, the player joins the highest bidder. FBM Allocation Per Team 6 / 10 Each team's number of FBM cards depends on its Elite Retained Players (ERP). Teams with 6 ERPs get 1 FBM, those with 5 ERPs get 2, and teams with 4 or fewer ERPs get 3 FBMs. This year, UP Yoddhas are the only team eligible for 2 FBMs; all others can use up to 3. Retention Before the Auction 7 / 10 Ahead of the auction, teams retained a total of 83 players: 25 Elite Retained Players (ERPs), 23 Retained Young Players (RYPs), and 35 New Young Players (NYPs). This leaves a maximum of 217 slots available for bidding across all franchises during the auction. Squad Size & Salary Purse 8 / 10 Each franchise must maintain a squad of 18 to 25 players. The starting purse for each team is ₹5 crore, adjusted based on their retained players. Teams can include a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 overseas players in their squads. Team Purse & Auction Strategy 9 / 10 Franchises like Dabang Delhi (₹45.6M) and Bengaluru Bulls (₹41.2M) enter with large purse balances, while UP Yoddhas have the least at ₹ 18.57 M. With varying squad sizes and budgets, every team's auction strategy will be unique and tactical. When and Where to Watch 10 / 10 Day 1 of the auction (May 31) will be led by Charu Sharma, while Mallika Sagar takes over on Day 2 (June 1). Fans can tune in from 7 PM IST on Star Sports Network and JioCinema, as the high-stakes drama unfolds live. All Images Credit: X, Pro Kabaddi
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India.com
3 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Top 10 Most Expensive Buys In Pro Kabaddi League Auction History
photoDetails english 2908855 The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) auctions have witnessed record-breaking buys, turning top players into crorepatis. Pawan Sehrawat leads the list, becoming the most expensive player ever at INR 2.605 crore with Telugu Titans. Iranian all-rounder Mohammadreza Shadloui follows, earning INR 2.35 crore and guiding Puneri Paltan to their first title. Other top earners include Sachin Tanwar (INR 2.15 crore), Maninder Singh (INR 2.12 crore), and Sehrawat again with Tamil Thalaivas (INR 2.26 crore). These high bids reflect evolving auction strategies, where player fitness, retention rules, and performance consistency are becoming as vital as star power. Updated:May 31, 2025, 02:29 PM IST Pawan Sehrawat – ₹2.605 Crore (Telugu Titans, Season 10) 1 / 11 The highest-paid PKL player ever, Pawan broke records with this massive bid, solidifying his status as the league's top raider. Mohammadreza Chiyaneh – ₹2.35 Crore (Puneri Paltan, Season 10) 2 / 11 This Iranian all-rounder became one of the few players to cross the ₹2 crore mark, showcasing his immense value in the auction. Pawan Sehrawat – ₹2.26 Crore (Tamil Thalaivas, Season 9) 3 / 11 Before breaking his own record again, Pawan was the costliest player for Tamil Thalaivas in Season 9. Sachin – ₹2.15 Crore (Tamil Thalaivas, Season 11) 4 / 11 Emerging as a top raider, Sachin secured a huge bid from Tamil Thalaivas, becoming one of the elite crorepati players. Maninder Singh – ₹2.12 Crore (Bengal Warriorz, Season 10) 5 / 11 The veteran raider was retained at a high price, reflecting his consistent performance and experience. Mohammadreza Chiyaneh – ₹2.07 Crore (Haryana Steelers, Season 11) 6 / 11 Continuing his high-value runs, Chiyaneh impressed teams enough to cross the ₹2 crore mark twice. Guman Singh – ₹1.97 Crore (Gujarat Giants, Season 11) 7 / 11 One of the emerging stars, Guman Singh attracted a near ₹2 crore bid, marking him as a rising talent. Pawan Sehrawat – ₹1.725 Crore (Telugu Titans, Season 11) 8 / 11 Even after breaking records, Pawan remained a top investment for Telugu Titans in the following auction. Vikash Kandola – ₹1.70 Crore (Bengaluru Bulls, Season 9) 9 / 11 Known for his aggressive raiding, Kandola became one of the top pricey buys in Season 9. Pardeep Narwal – ₹1.65 Crore (UP Yoddhas, Season 8) 10 / 11 The 'Raid Machine' set high benchmarks for raiders and was the highest-paid player before Pawan's rise. 11 / 11
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
PKL Auction 2025: All you need to know about the Pro Kabaddi League auction, rules, format, schedule, timings, live streaming info
As the Pro Kabaddi League nears its 12th season, all 12 franchises are gearing up towards the player auction that is set to take place on May 31 and June 1 in Mumbai. Before the auction, a total of 83 players were retained across three categories with 25 from the Elite Retained Players, 23 from the Retained Young Players, and 35 from the Existing New Young Players category. Players to go under hammer The PKL Season 12 player auction will witness more than 500 players going under the hammer. Big name Indian players susch as Pawan Sehrawat, Maninder Singh, Sachin and Pardeep Narwal alongside celebrated overseas players such as Mohammadreza Chiyaneh Shadloui and Fazel Atrachali will be up for grabs. Player categories The auction will be categorized into four groups based on their base prices and roles - Category A, B, C & D. - Category A players will have a base price of INR 30 lakh - Category B players will have a base price of INR 20 lakh - Category C INR 13 lakh - Category D will feature the players with a base price of INR INR 9 lakh These players will be further divided into all-rounders, raiders, and defenders as per their skills. Team purse Each team in the auction will have a player purse of INR 5 crore to use for bidding and buying players. However, the size of their purse will vary at the auction table depending on who and how many players they have already retained. Squad size Each squad in PKL 11 can have a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 25 players. With 88 players already retained by the franchises, there are now 212 slots left to be filled during the player auction. How many overseas players are allowed in a Pro Kabaddi squad? A PKL team is allowed to have a minimum of two and a maximum of four overseas players in their squad. What's new FBM rule in PKL 12 auction? All released players ahead of the auction will not necessarily find new teams this season. Players that have been released can make their way back to their previous teams through the FBM (Final Bid Match) route. Meet the coaches oh PKL 12 On the sideline of the mat, several old and new faces will be guiding their teams in PKL 12. Broadcast info The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 Player Auction will be broadcast live from 7 pm onwards on May 31 on the Star Sports Network. Live-streaming info The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 Player Auction will be streamed live from 7 pm onwards on May 31 on Disney+ hotstar.
India.com
3 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Pro Kabaddi Auction 2025 Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch PKL 2025 Auction Live? Full Streaming And Telecast Details Inside
The stage is set for the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 Auction, and the anticipation is sky-high. With over 500 players going under the hammer and a redefined Final Bid Match (FBM) rule, this year's auction promises more strategy, surprises, and fierce bidding wars than ever before. But as kabaddi fever grips fans across India, one pressing question stands out—where and how can you watch the PKL 2025 auction live? The PKL Season 12 Auction takes place in Mumbai over two action-packed days—May 31 and June 1. The first session kicks off at 7:00 PM IST on May 31, followed by a 10:00 AM IST start on June 1. This year's auction isn't just a selection process—it's a spectacle. With iconic names like Pawan Sehrawat, Fazel Atrachali, Naveen Kumar, and Mohammadreza Shadloui up for grabs, fans won't want to miss a second. How to Watch the PKL 2025 Auction Live on TV? For television viewers, the PKL 2025 auction will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. Multiple channels, including Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, and Star Sports Select, are expected to cover the event in both English and Hindi. The broadcast will feature expert commentary, real-time squad updates, and post-bid analysis—making it the ultimate kabaddi viewing experience. Is There Live Streaming Available for the PKL Auction 2025? Yes! You can live stream the entire PKL 2025 auction on the JioCinema app and website. Whether you're on the go or prefer streaming from your smart TV, mobile, or laptop, JioCinema ensures seamless access to every bid and twist of this high-stakes kabaddi showdown. The app is available for free download on Android and iOS, and no subscription is needed to stream the auction. Just open the app, navigate to the PKL section, and you're good to go. Why Should You Tune In to the PKL Auction Live? This isn't just another auction—it's a game-changer. With all 12 franchises strategizing to build a championship-winning squad, every bid tells a story. The revised Final Bid Match (FBM) rule adds a tactical edge, allowing teams to retain former players for one or even two seasons, if they match the final bid amount. Teams like UP Yoddhas, Patna Pirates, and Jaipur Pink Panthers will be under the microscope as they balance their salary purse with a mix of experience and emerging talent. Who Are the Big Names in the PKL 2025 Auction Pool? Some of the top Indian and international kabaddi stars expected to fetch big bucks include: Pawan Sehrawat – The most expensive player in PKL history. Arjun Deshwal – Jaipur's raiding machine. Fazel Atrachali – The Iranian wall and a defensive maestro. Naveen Kumar – The 'Naveen Express' makes his first-ever auction appearance. Mohammadreza Shadloui – A fan-favorite and game-changer on the mat. With these players up for grabs, the PKL 2025 auction is must-watch sports drama. How Much Money Do Teams Have Left? Each team had a starting purse of ₹5 crore, adjusted based on retained players. Here's a quick snapshot of some team balances: Bengaluru Bulls: ₹4.12 Cr left Dabang Delhi K.C.: ₹4.56 Cr left UP Yoddhas: ₹1.86 Cr left (2 FBMs) Tamil Thalaivas: ₹2.55 Cr left With all teams allowed up to three FBM cards, barring UP Yoddhas (2 FBMs), expect bidding wars and strategic plays throughout. Why Is the PKL 2025 Auction Crucial for the Season Ahead? With Season 12 expected to start in August 2025, this auction is the foundation for each franchise's title aspirations. The mix of young blood, proven legends, and a clever auction format is bound to shape how teams perform over the coming months. For fans and analysts alike, the live auction offers real-time insight into team strategies, form guides, and future stars.
