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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], July 8 (ANI): The moment Uday Parte name echoed through the Pro Kabaddi Season 12 League Player Auction hall on June 1 as the second most expensive player from Category D, the 23-year-old from Seoni, Madhya Pradesh, felt a surge of emotions he could barely contain. Nothing was going on in my mind at that time, I was just thinking, taking it all in, that it, he recalled with humility about the life-changing moment that would see him don the Jaipur Pink Panthers jersey for the upcoming campaign, as quoted from a press release by PKL. For Uday, the journey to professional kabaddi began in the most traditional way - following in his elder brother footsteps. My elder brother plays Kabaddi, so from there, I went to the ground with my brother, he explained. What started as brotherly companionship on the ground would eventually evolve into a six-year journey that has now culminated in his first PKL contract. Unlike many professional athletes who begin their sporting careers in childhood, Uday kabaddi journey started relatively late and said, At that time, I was in school at the age of 17. Despite the late start, his progress was rapid and determined. After playing locally in Seoni, he made his mark at the Junior National level in 2021, which opened doors to academy training and All India tournaments. The auction day brought unexpected fortune when Jaipur Pink Panthers, his favourite team, showed faith in his abilities and added, The team trusted me so much, so I have to play well anyway. Uday reflects on the responsibility that comes with being a high-value pick. His first instinct after the auction was to share the moment with those who mattered most: First of all, I called my father, and then I called my coach. His coach, Mahesh Gaur from Jabalpur, has been instrumental in his development. Gaur, who has played for teams like Bengal Warriorz, Patna Pirates, and UP Yoddhas, provides Uday with the professional guidance needed to transition from domestic tournaments to the PKL stage. The choice of Jaipur Pink Panthers wasnt just about the auction outcome - it was a team he had long admired and revealed, Jaipur is my favourite team. Im grateful for the trust theyve shown in me by bringing me into their squad. Under head coach Narender Redhu, Uday has found the professional environment he needs to flourish. Having met the coach about 20 days after the player auction, he shared the confidence instilled in him: The head coach motivates me a lot. He said that he trusts me a lot and that I play the same way, and that it. This trust from the coaching staff has translated into self-belief. The presence of senior players like Nitin Rawal and Nitin Kumar Dhankar provides Uday with the learning environment he values, and said, All the seniors are good here. They have a lot of experience, and this helps a lot. They help youngsters like me with important knowledge and then tells us what to do. This mentorship is crucial for a player making his PKL debut, especially one carrying the expectations that come with being an expensive auction pick. The moment when Uday steps onto the mat wearing the Jaipur Pink Panthers jersey will mark not just a personal milestone but a representation of dreams realised through persistence and discipline. Just take God name, and work as hard as I can, and just play well, he said about his mindset for that crucial debut moment. As he prepares to make his mark in PKL Season 12, the young raider from Seoni carries with him not just the hopes of his hometown, but the dreams of countless aspiring kabaddi players who see in his story the possibility of their own transformation from local grounds to professional glory. (ANI) Disclaimer: This news article is a direct feed from ANI and has not been edited by the News Nation team. The news agency is solely responsible for its content.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 30 (ANI): Telugu Titans registered a memorable win over the Patna Pirates at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, riding on a brilliant performance from Vijay Malik. Malik was unstoppable on the night, scoring a Super 10. This is Telugu Titans' third consecutive win, which has helped them move into the top three, according to a release from PKL. Patna Pirates' Ayan Lohchab also shone with a Super 10 of his own, keeping his side in the contest with some fine raids. However, his efforts were not enough as the Titans played a stron ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 17 (PTI) Patna Pirates beat Bengal Warriorz 51-49 in a high-scoring Pro Kabaddi League match at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium here on Friday. The match saw a total of 100 points scored, the most this season. Moreover, Ayan and Devank scored 20 plus points each, the third time in PKL history when two raiders amassed more than 20 points in the same match. Ayan Lohchab scored 27 points, the most points scored by a player this season, outshining Devank Dalal, who scored 25 and also amassed 250 raid points this season. This was also the fourth time the Bengal Warriorz captain score ...Read More >
Hardik Pandya played an excellent knock of 69 runs in 30 balls to lead Baroda to a three-wicket win over Tamil Nadu in a high-scoring Group B match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday. Hardik's innings included four 4s and seven 6s. Out of those seven sixes, four came in the 17th over bowled by left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh. Chasing a stiff total of 222, Baroda was at 121 for 4 when Hardik came out to bat after the dismissal of his elder brother Krunal. The equation came down to 66 needed off 24 balls when Gurjapneet, a 6'3" seamer bought for Rs 2.2 crore by five-time Indian Prem ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 30 (ANI): Puneri Paltan completed the double over the Bengal Warriorz, registering a 49-44 win in a high-scoring encounter at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Aditya Shinde (18 points) and Pankaj Mohite (10 points) registered Super 10s to lead their side to victory, while Devank Dalal amassed 25 points on the night, also becoming the first to cross 150 raid points in PKL 12. It was a quick start to the game as Aslam Inamdar didn't waste any time getting the first points on the board for Puneri Paltan with his first raid. Vis ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 30 (PTI) Telugu Titans registered a 37-28 win over Patna Pirates courtesy a brilliant performance from Vijay Malik in the Pro Kabaddi League here on Tuesday. Malik was unstoppable on the night, scoring a Super 10. This is Telugu Titans' third win in a row, which has helped them move into the top three. Patna Pirates' Ayan Lohchab also shone with a Super 10 of his own, keeping his side in the contest with some fine raids. However, his efforts were not enough as the Titans played a strong all-round game and held their nerve in the crucial moments to secure the victory. Telugu Tit ...Read More >
IMAGE: Bengaluru Bulls confirmed their place in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 with a 33-23 win over Dabang Delhi on Saturday. Photograph: Pro Kabaddi League/X Bengaluru Bulls confirmed their place in the top eight with a comprehensive 33-23 win against Dabang Delhi in a Pro Kabaddi Season 12 match at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, in New Delhi, on Saturday. Alireza Mirzaian notched another Super 10, also registering the most raid points by an overseas player in a PKL Season. The Bulls defend ...Read More >
Bellary (Karnataka) [India], April 1 (ANI): Indian kabaddi star Jaideep Dahiya has praised the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary for providing world-class facilities and training, calling it the best sports centre in India for Kabaddi players.The Haryana Steelers star, who has been associated with the franchise for five years, added that both pre-season and off-season camps at the IIS have significantly enhanced his preparation. Dahiya, who is a left-cover defender, made his Pro Kabaddi ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 30 (ANI): Puneri Paltan completed the double over the Bengal Warriorz, registering a 49-44 win in a high-scoring encounter at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Aditya Shinde (18 points) and Pankaj Mohite (10 points) registered Super 10s to lead their side to victory, while Devank Dalal amassed 25 points on the night, also becoming the first to cross 150 raid points in PKL 12. It was a quick start to the game as Aslam Inamdar didnt waste any time getting the first points on the board for Puneri Paltan with his first raid. Vish ...Read More >
After 108 league-stage encounters across four cities, the 12th season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) moves to its business end as eight teams qualify for the Playoffs. The competition begins with the Play-ins on Saturday, where the defending champions, Haryana Steelers will take on the Jaipur Pink Panthers. Meanwhile, the Patna Pirates will take on U Mumba in the second play-in. The winners from there will progress to the Playoffs. The playoffs will begin from Sunday at the Thyagaraj Indoor St ...Read More >
Guwahati, July 1: The phone call that changed everything came when Aanil Mohan was fast asleep. By the time he woke up, his life had been changed. U Mumba had just secured his signature for a staggering Rs 78 lakhs - the highest-ever bid in Category D in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) history - but the young man from the small village of Jasui in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district was still processing the magnitude of what just happened. "At first, I couldn't believe it," Aanil recalled. "When I found out that U Mumba bought me for Rs 78 lakhs, I just couldn't believe it was real." In the world o ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) U Mumba began their Chennai leg with a convincing 42-24 win against hosts Tamil Thalaivas at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium. The season 2 champions got back to winning ways after three consecutive losses, moving to sixth place on the points table as a result. Reflecting on the win, U Mumba head coach Anil Chaprana stated, "After three losses, we had to motivate the players. I know that they have no shortcomings. If we play to our strengths, we can defeat any team. So, as a coach, it's our job to motivate them and encourage them to play their own game. In ...Read More >
It was a match that went to the wire as the Jaipur Pink Panthers secured a close and impressive 30-27 win over the Haryana Steelers in Play-in 1 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Delhi on Saturday. The defenders stood tall as Aryan Kumar scored a High Five while Deepanshu Khatri got four points for the Pink Panthers, while Nitin Kumar scored seven points. For the Steelers, Neeraj's High Five was the main highlight. It was a topsy-turvy start for both teams as they traded early blows in the fir ...Read More >
The young raider from Bihar's hinterland has shown raiding supremacy and racked up Super 10s after spending a considerable time on the bench; the U Mumba player is keen to help the team win the trophy in season-12; recalls the influence the stint with the Army team had in his development Each season of the Pro Kabaddi League sees a few names step up from promise to prominence. U Mumba's Sandeep Kumar has been one such star this year. The young raider has quickly built an impressive body of work ...Read More >
Bellary (Karnataka) [India], April 1 (ANI): Indian kabaddi star Jaideep Dahiya has praised the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Bellary for providing world-class facilities and training, calling it the best sports centre in India for Kabaddi players. Also Read | PFF Layoffs: Cris Collinsworth's 9-Figure Deal With Teamworks Triggers Mass Layoffs at Pro Football Focus. The Haryana Steelers star, who has been associated with the franchise for five years, added that both pre-season and off-season camps at the IIS have significantly enhanced his preparation. Dahiya, who is a left-cover defend ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], January 2 (ANI): Defence Expert Captain Anil Gaur on Thursday, countered West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's statement, alleging that she is a "huge facilitator" in settling illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators in India and ensuring their inclusion in voter lists. Captain Gaur claimed that Banerjee's accusations against the BSF were misplaced and that it was her people who were facilitating the infiltrators. He alleged that Banerjee is making these accusations to appease her voters. "The allegation made by Mamata Banerjee is wrong. She herself is a huge facilit ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 caravan returns to Chennai after two years, and the kabaddi stars are ready to hit the ground running at the SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium. The focus will be on Tamil Thalaivas as the home team prepares to take the mat in front of its passionate fans. Looking forward to the occasion, Arjun Deshwal shared how his team aims to build some momentum. "For us, we have to win all our remaining games in the league stage. Our next game is on October 1, so we'll plan for the opposition and give it our all in practice. This win (against Jaipur Pink Panthers) ...Read More >
Patna Pirates continued its impressive run after securing a commanding 46-37 victory over the Bengaluru Bulls in Eliminator 2 of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 12 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Monday. With this win, Pirates booked its place in Eliminator 3, where it will face Telugu Titans on Wednesday. The Patna-based outfit was in top form once again, extending its winning streak to eight matches. Star raider Ayan led the charge with a brilliant performance, scoring 19 points, while the ...Read More >
IMAGE: Patna Pirates got the better of Bengal Warriorz in the Pro Kabaddi League, in New Delhi, on Friday. Photograph: Pro Kabaddi League/X Patna Pirates beat Bengal Warriorz 51-49 in a high-scoring Pro Kabaddi League match at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, in New Delhi, on Friday. The match saw a total of 100 points scored, the most this season. Moreover, Ayan and Devank scored 20 plus points each, the third time in PKL history when two raiders amassed more than 20 points in the same match. Ay ...Read More >
The 12th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is reaching its business end, and UP Yoddhas have everything to play for as the side currently sits in the eighth position in the points table with 12 points from 15 matches. If the team is to change its fortunes around, then raider Shivam Chaudhary holds the key, as he is definitely one of the standout players for the team. The star from Uttar Pradesh, who joined the franchise last year, has earned 31 points in the ongoing edition of the tournamen ...Read More >
IMAGE: Patna Pirates advanced to Pro Kabaddi League Eliminator 2 with a commanding win over Jaipur Pink Panthers, in New Delhi, on Sunday. Photograph: Pro Kabaddi League/X Patna Pirates continued their sensational run with a commanding 48-32 win over Jaipur Pink Panthers in Eliminator 1 to reach Eliminator 2 of the Pro Kabaddi League, in New Delhi, on Sunday. Ayan Lohchab led the way with his fifth 20-plus points -- a feat only achieved by Pardeep Narwal and Devank Dalal in the PKL -- while Nav ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 30 (ANI): Puneri Paltan completed the double over the Bengal Warriorz, registering a 49-44 win in a high-scoring encounter at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. Aditya Shinde (18 points) and Pankaj Mohite (10 points) registered Super 10s to lead their side to victory, while Devank Dalal amassed 25 points on the night, also becoming the first to cross 150 raid points in PKL 12. Also Read | Inter Miami vs Chicago, MLS 2025 Live Streaming Online in India: How To Watch Football Match Live Telecast on TV & Score Updates in IST?. I ...Read More >
Jaipur Pink Panthers, on Friday (October 17), beat UP Yoddhas 42-29 in Delhi to return to winning ways in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League 2025 (PKL 2025). With the win, Jaipur Pink Panthers ended their four-match losing streak. It was a much-needed win for the two-time champions. With 7 wins and 8 defeats so far, Jaipur Pink Panthers are currently at the 7th spot in the points table. On the other hand, the Yoddhas suffered another big blow in their pursuit of finishing in the top eight. With 6 w ...Read More >
Madhya Pradesh pulled off a stunning nine-run win over defending champion Punjab in a group 'A' fixture of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy at the Niranjan Shah Stadium here on Wednesday. Punjab needed 38 runs off the final four overs when Kumar Kartikeya had Nehal Wadhera caught at the midwicket boundary. Two balls later, the tweaker had Anmolpreet Singh chipping straight to square-leg. In the next over, Arpit Gaud plucked a stunning catch of Ramandeep Singh at deep midwicket off Arshad Khan, who later cleaned up Harpreet Brar. Sanvir Singh hit 22 off 14 to get Punjab close but MP's bowlers hel ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 12 (ANI): The Haryana Steelers are brimming with confidence as they approach the critical stages of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season. With qualification secured, the team is now focused on fine-tuning their performances and avoiding the pitfalls that have hindered them in previous editions, including their defeat in the final of PKL Season 10. Head coach Manpreet Singh offered a candid reflection on the team's journey, highlighting the complexity of their season. "Even after 19 matches, I still don't fully understand my team. They oscillate between cha ...Read More >
The Gujarat Giants vs Telugu Titans match 47 of the PKL 2025 will be played at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on September 23 (Tuesday). It will be a tough game between the Titans' raiding duo of Bharat Hooda and Vijay Malik against the Gujarat skipper Mohammadreza Shadloui. Let us check out the Gujarat Giants vs Telugu Titans head-to-head records for match 47 of the PKL 2025. Despite Gujarat Giants dominating this rivalry with 10 wins out of 12 encounters, the Telugu Titans managed to break t ...Read More >
India's Predicted Playing XI For Asia Cup 2025 Final Against Pakistan: Harshit Rana OUT, Jasprit Bumrah IN; Suspense Continue Over Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh The Jaipur leg's penultimate clash of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 saw the Patna Pirates and Bengal Warriorz battle it out 42-48 at the SMS Indoor Stadium on Saturday. The match kept the crowd on the edge right till the final moments, with both teams refusing to give an inch. For the Bengal Warriorz, Devank Dalal was the standout perfo ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: It was a match that went to the wire as the Jaipur Pink Panthers secured a close and impressive 30-27 win over the Haryana Steelers in Play-in 1 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Saturday. The defenders stood tall as Aryan Kumar scored a High Five while Deepanshu Khatri got four points for the Pink Panthers, while Nitin Kumar scored seven points. For the Steelers, Neeraj's High Five was the main highlight. It was a topsy-turvy start for both teams as they traded early blows in the first 10 minutes. Nitin Kumar started the assault for the Pink Panthers after he got Nee ...Read More >
DELHI: Patna Pirates continued their impressive run after securing a commanding 46-37 victory over the Bengaluru Bulls in Eliminator 2 at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium on Monday. In doing so, they booked their place in Eliminator 3, where they will face Telugu Titans on Wednesday. The Pirates were in top form once again, extending their winning streak to eight matches. Star raider Ayan led the charge with a brilliant performance, scoring 19 points, while the team's defence played a crucial role in keeping the Bulls under constant pressure. A highlight of the match for the Bulls was Shubham Bit ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former PKL champions U Mumba staged one of the most inspiring comebacks in Pro Kabaddi 2025, fueled by unity, belief, and determination. After early setbacks, they finished with six wins in their last nine matches, securing a well-deserved playoff spot and demonstrating that perseverance can overcome adversity. Their revival story started during the Chennai leg, a place long known for bringing luck to the team. It was there that U Mumba made a fresh start, both mentally and strategically. An unexpected boost came from a team outing to see Kantara 2. The movie ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, on Tuesday attended the Eliminator 3 match of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 between Telugu Titans and Patna Pirates at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday night. The Minister expressed his delight at watching the sensational action on the kabaddi mat with a post on his social media account and also posted some photographs taken at the stadium. "Passion on the mat, India in the heart - this is the impact of Pro Kabaddi League!" Dr Mandaviya wrote in his post on X, formerly ...Read More >