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News18
08-08-2025
- Sport
- News18
'Raider's League': Pawan Sehrawat Promises Treat For Fans Ahead Of PKL 12
Last Updated: Tamil Thalaivas raider Pawan Sehrawat and Vijay Malik of Telugu Titans' shared their excitement, anticipation, and camaraderie ahead of the curtain raiser. The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 is slated to kick off with a southern derby between Tamil Thalaivas and Telugu Titans on the 29th of August in Visakhapatnam as the city returns to the list of venues for the prestigious event. Tamil Thalaivas raider Pawan Sehrawat and Vijay Malik of Telugu Titans' shared their excitement, anticipation, and camaraderie ahead of the curtain raiser. Sehrawat, who returns to Tamil Thalaivas after an injury-curtailed stint with the team in season 9, said, 'This opening match is special for me." 'I couldn't spend much time on the mat last time. Now I have a chance to finish what I started," he added. 'The team is well-balanced, with experienced names like Arjun Deshwal, Narendra Kandola, as well as young stars in Nitesh Kumar. We're ready," he added heaping praise on the new-look Tamil Thalaivas side. Sehrawat, who spent the last two seasons with Telugu Titans, said his history with the side makes the fixture all the more special. 'Playing against my former team in front of their home fans in Vizag — it's going to be intense. But I know I'll also get some love from the Titans supporters," he said. Sherawat, who missed that experience in Season 9, termed his return as a long-awaited moment. 'The support in Chennai is something else. I'm looking forward to giving them something to cheer about." Malik, who will spearhead the Titans' charge said, 'Starting the season at home is a big boost. The Telugu Titans fans are among the most passionate in the league. The energy they bring gives us that extra edge," he said. 'We've got a strong unit and a great mix this season. The goal is clear — we're going for the trophy." 'This season is going to be aggressive— on both sides," said Sehrawat. 'The opening game will set the tone. It's a raider's league now, and fans are in for a treat," he continued. 'Leadership is about responsibility, yes, but it's also about unity. Whether senior or junior, our team is one tight unit. We support each other on and off the mat," Vijay added. 'This time, the raiders will attack," Pawan and Vijay said in unison, before both players sent their wishes to the retired Pardeep Narwal as Pawan said, 'We'll miss his signature Dubki. Hope to see him in some role, still connected to Kabaddi." News18 Sports brings you the latest updates, live commentary, and highlights from cricket, football, tennis, badmintion, wwe and more. Catch breaking news, live scores, and in-depth coverage. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : pkl view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Business Standard
05-08-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
PKL 2025: Tamil Thalaivas full squad, schedule and live streaming details
Tamil Thalaivas will start their PKL 2025 campaign against Telugu Titans on August 29 in the opening game of the season at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag Aditya Kaushik New Delhi Tamil Thalaivas arrive in PKL 2025 looking to rewrite their story and capture a first-ever championship. The Chennai based franchise has made a bold statement off the mat by appointing the highly respected, two-time title-winning coach Sanjeev Baliyan, hoping his proven expertise will finally bring playoff consistency to a side that has qualified only once since its 2017 debut. The Thalaivas have put together arguably their most talented squad yet, featuring marquee raiding duo Arjun Deshwal (₹1.405 crore) and Pawan Sehrawat, supported by Narender and several promising raiders. Moreover, their defence, anchored by captain Sagar Rathee and new recruits including Nitesh Kumar and Iranian international Alireza Khalili, aims for solidity, though cover defence inexperience is a concern. With youth, star power, and a champion's coach, Tamil Thalaivas are primed to challenge for a deep playoff run in 2025, energising their loyal fan base with renewed hope. PKL 2025: Tamil Thalaivas full squad Moein Shafaghi, Himanshu, Sagar, Nitesh Kumar, Narender, Ronak, Vishal Chahal, Aashish, Anuj Kaluram Gawade, Dhiraj Ravindra Bailmare, Pawan Sehrawat, Arjun Deshwal, Alireza Khalili, Mohit, Suresh Jadhav PKL 2025: Tamil Thalaivas full schedule Date Match No. Team 1 Team 2 Venue August 29, 2025 Match 1 Telugu Titans Tamil Thalaivas Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag August 31, 2025 Match 5 Tamil Thalaivas U Mumba Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 06, 2025 Match 18 Tamil Thalaivas Gujarat Giants Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag September 12, 2025 Match 30 Tamil Thalaivas Bengal Warriorz SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 16, 2025 Match 36 Tamil Thalaivas Bengaluru Bulls SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 19, 2025 Match 42 Tamil Thalaivas Telugu Titans SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 20, 2025 Match 44 Haryana Steelers Tamil Thalaivas SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 22, 2025 Match 46 Tamil Thalaivas UP Yoddhas SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur September 27, 2025 Match 52 Jaipur Pink Panthers Tamil Thalaivas SMS Indoor Stadium, Jaipur October 01, 2025 Match 58 U Mumba Tamil Thalaivas SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 03, 2025 Match 62 Tamil Thalaivas Haryana Steelers SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 05, 2025 Match 66 Bengaluru Bulls Tamil Thalaivas SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 07, 2025 Match 69 Patna Pirates Tamil Thalaivas SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 11, 2025 Match 78 Tamil Thalaivas Puneri Paltan SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium, Chennai October 14, 2025 Match 84 UP Yoddhas Tamil Thalaivas Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi October 15, 2025 Match 87 Gujarat Giants Tamil Thalaivas Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi October 17, 2025 Match 92 Tamil Thalaivas Dabang Delhi K.C. Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, Delhi PKL 2025: Live streaming and telecast details of all Tamil Thalaivas matches When will PKL 2025 begin? PKL 2025 will begin on August 29 at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag. When will Tamil Thalaivas play their first match in PKL 2025? Tamil Thalaivas will start their PKL 2025 campaign against Telugu Titans on August 29 in the opening game of the season at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Vizag. How many matches will Tamil Thalaivas play in PKL 2025? Tamil Thalaivas will play a total of 18 matches in their PKL 2025 campaign during the league stages. Where to watch live telecast of Tamil Thalaivas matches in PKL 2025 in India? All PKL 2025 matches of Tamil Thalaivas will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Where to watch live streaming of Tamil Thalaivas matches in PKL 2025 in India? All PKL 2025 matches of Tamil Thalaivas will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- 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
31-05-2025
- 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
31-05-2025
- 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
