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The Hindu
5 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
PKL Auction 2025: Devank Dalal goes to Bengal Warriorz for INR 2.205 crore
Indian raider Devank Dalal was bought for Rs. 2.205 crore by Bengal Warrioz on Saturday during the Pro Kabaddi League Auction 2025 in Mumbai. The biggest star of PKL 11 was undoubtedly Devank. The 22-year-old raider from Rohtak, Haryana, shattered all records and became the first raider to accumulate 300 raid points in a single season. He was one of the main reasons behind Patna Pirates' run to the final. The Army man score 301 raid points with an staggering average of 12.04 points per match and racking up 18 Super 10s in 25 matches. The biggest star of PKL 11 was undoubtedly Devank Dalal. The 22-year-old raider from Rohtak, Haryana, shattered all records and became the first raider to accumulate 300 raid points in a single season. He was one of the main reasons behind Patna Pirates' run to the final. The Army man score 301 raid points with an staggering average of 12.04 points per match and racking up 18 Super 10s in 25 matches.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
'Very excited for the auctions after my performance': Devank Dalal ready to lead PKL 12 auction charge
Mumbai: The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 auction on May 31 and June 1 are shaping up to be the most blockbuster player draft in league history, with multiple established stars entering the auction pool. Leading this star-studded lineup is Devank Dalal, PKL 11's Best Raider, who scored 301 raid points in 426 raids including 8 Super Raids and 18 Super 10s while leading Patna Pirates to the finals. Despite his stellar achievements, Patna Pirates chose not to retain him, making Dalal one of the most coveted free agents available. "After such an outstanding performance, this is my first auction experience, so I am very excited," Dalal said. His breakthrough season was highlighted by a memorable 26-point performance. "Early in the season, my 26-point match changed my life. I received tremendous encouragement from that performance. That match helped me grow throughout the season." Dalal remains open about his destination preferences. "I can perform well with any team, but there's no guarantee which team will succeed - nothing is predetermined." However, he hasn't ruled out a Patna Pirates reunion: "If Patna Pirates use their Final Bid Match option, then I would return to that team." The auction will separate him from successful raiding partner Ayan Lohchab. "There are supporting raiders in every team, but I will definitely miss Ayan because we had excellent coordination." When it comes to pressure from high price tags, the young raider displayed a certain sense of maturity. "There's no pressure about how much money is involved. The prize money is a good thing, but if there's pressure, then performance suffers. Whatever is written in our destiny, we will get that much." His goals for PKL 12 showcase unwavering ambition: "My personal goal is simple - whichever team I go to, I will give my best. I will perform even better than last year and try to help the team win all the titles."
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Business Standard
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
PKL 2025: Five top raiders likely to draw big bids in Mumbai auction
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), India's second most-watched franchise sports league, is gearing up for its highly anticipated Season 12 player auction. Scheduled for 31 May and 1 June in Mumbai, the auction will see over 5,000 players go under the hammer, with top-tier raiders expected to dominate the headlines. Among the biggest draws are Indian team captain Pawan Sehrawat and last season's top raider, Devank Dalal. Here's a look at five raiders who are expected to fetch big money at the PKL 2025 auction. Top 5 Raider for Auction in PKL 2025 Devank Dalal Devank heads into the auction after a phenomenal Season 11 with the Patna Pirates. Awarded Best Raider of the season, he amassed 301 raid points and recorded 18 Super 10s in just 24 appearances. His agility and sharp tactical mind make him a top prospect for franchises aiming to strengthen their attack. Ashu Malik After parting ways with Dabang Delhi K.C., Ashu Malik re-enters the auction pool as a proven performer. Retained for ₹96.25 lakh in Season 10 through the Final Bid Match rule, he boasts 730 raid points across 91 matches. His consistency and big-match temperament will attract significant attention. Pawan Sehrawat Pawan Sehrawat has repeatedly made headlines for his record-breaking bids, including a ₹2.605 crore deal with Telugu Titans in Season 10. With 1,318 raid points from 139 games, the star raider remains one of the most lethal in the game. His experience and match-winning ability make him a hot property yet again. Arjun Deshwal Arjun Deshwal, dubbed the "Raid Machine", has steadily grown in stature since his PKL debut. Picked for just ₹8 lakh in Season 6, he rose to prominence with Jaipur Pink Panthers, helping them clinch the Season 9 title. With 1,174 raid points in 114 games, Deshwal's return to the auction pool adds serious firepower to the line-up. Naveen Kumar For the very first time, Naveen Kumar will feature in a PKL auction. Since debuting in 2018, he has been a core part of Dabang Delhi K.C., notching up 1102 raid points in 107 matches. A title winner in Season 8, Naveen will enter the auction as the first player to surpass 1000 raid points for a single team before becoming available to others.
