Pro Kabaddi League 2025 – Season 12 Schedule & Teams Info

The Pro Kabaddi League is India’s top professional kabaddi tournament, featuring the best players from India and around the world in fast-paced matches.

Since its start in 2014, the Pro Kabaddi League in India has become one of the most popular sports leagues in the country. It has modernized kabaddi, attracted millions of viewers, and made the sport enjoyable for Kabaddi fans.

From our guide that covers PKL’s history, teams, format, and auction system, you’ll get a complete understanding of the league, and you will also know why PKL continues to attract fans season after season.

Pro Kabaddi League Overview

The Pro Kabaddi League 2025 season 12 begins on August 29, 2025, and the first match will see Telugu Titans face Tamil Thalaivas at Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag.

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL India) is a professional kabaddi tournament in India where the best players compete in franchise-based teams. 

The league, since 2014, has been designed to give kabaddi a platform similar to the IPL, bringing it into prime-time sports entertainment.

PKL follows the traditional rules of kabaddi but adds TV-friendly features such as replays, analytics, and live commentary, making each match more exciting and easier to follow for viewers.

Over the years, the Pro Kabaddi League has grown into one of the most-watched sports leagues, attracting fans from all backgrounds and making kabaddi one of the most popular sports in India. 

Pro Kabaddi Schedule For 2025

The Pro Kabaddi schedule for 2025 will begin on August 29, 2025. The 2025 season of PKL will start with Match 1 featuring Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas at Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Vizag. 

The whole season is going to be phased out at 4 venues from August to October in cities like – Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and Delhi.

Here’s how the schedule for the PKL 12 season will look like: 

PKL Match Schedule – Vizag

Date	Match No.	Teams	Timing
August 29 2025 August 29 2025	12	Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas  Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
August 30, 2025 August 30, 2025	34	Telgu Titans vs UP Yodhhas U Mumba vs Gujarat Giants	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
August 31, 2025 August 31 2025	56	Tamil Thalaivas vs U Mumba Bengal Warrioz vs Harayana Steelers	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 1 2025  September 1 2025	78	Patna Pirates vs UP Yodhhas Puneri Paltan vs Gujurat Titans	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 2 2025 September 2 2025	910	Dabanag Delhi K.C vs Bengaluru Bulls Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 3, 2025 September 3, 2025	11 12	Puneri Paltan vs Bengal Warriorz Haryana Steelers vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 4, 2025 September 4, 2025	1314	Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Telugu Titans Puneri Paltan vs Dabang Delhi KC	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 5, 2025 September 5, 2025	1516	U Mumba vs Bengaluru Bulls Haryana Steelers vs UP Yoddhas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 6, 2025 September 6, 2025	1718	Patna Pirates vs Bengaluru Bulls Tamil Thalaivas vs Gujarat Giants	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 7, 2025 September 7, 2025	19 20	Bengal Warriorz vs Telugu Titans Dabang Delhi KC vs Jaipur Pink Panthers	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 8, 2025 September 8, 2025	2122	Haryana Steelers vs Bengaluru Bulls Puneri Paltan vs Patna Pirates	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 9, 2025 September 9, 2025	2324	Dabang Delhi KC vs Bengal Warriorz Gujarat Giants vs Jaipur Pink Panthers	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 10, 2025 September 10, 2025	2526	U Mumba vs Telugu Titans UP Yoddhas vs Puneri Paltan	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 11 2025 September 11 2025	2728	U Mumba vs Patna Pirates Dabang Delhi KC vs Gujarat Giants	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)

PKL Match Schedule – Jaipur

Date	Match No	Teams	Timing
September 12 2025 September 12 2025	2930	Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Bengaluru Bulls Tamil Thalaivas vs Bengal Warriorz	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 13, 2025 September 13, 2025	3132	UP Yoddhas vs Jaipur Pink Panthers Puneri Paltan vs Telugu Titans	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 15, 2025 September 15, 2025	3334	Gujarat Giants vs Haryana Steelers Bengaluru Bulls vs Telugu Titans	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 16, 2025 September 16, 2025	3536	UP Yoddhas vs Bengal Warriorz Tamil Thalaivas vs Bengaluru Bulls	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 17, 2025 September 17, 2025	3738	Telugu Titans vs Dabang Delhi KC Haryana Steelers vs Patna Pirates	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 18, 2025 September 18, 2025	3940	Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Bengal Warriorz U Mumba vs Puneri Paltan	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 19, 2025 September 19, 2025	4142	Puneri Paltan vs Haryana Steelers Tamil Thalaivas vs Telugu Titans	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 20, 2025 September 20, 2025	4344	Patna Pirates vs Dabang Delhi KC Haryana Steelers vs Tamil Thalaivas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 22, 2025 September 22, 2025	4546	Gujarat Giants vs Bengaluru Bulls Tamil Thalaivas vs UP Yoddhas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 23, 2025 September 23, 2025	4748	Gujarat Giants vs Telugu Titans Jaipur Pink Panthers vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 25, 2025 September 25, 2025	4950	Bengaluru Bulls vs UP Yoddhas Dabang Delhi KC vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 27, 2025 September 27, 2025	5152	Patna Pirates vs Bengal Warriorz Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Tamil Thalaivas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)

PKL Match Schedule – Chennai 

Date	Match No	Teams	Timing
September 29, 2025 September 29, 2025	5354	UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants Dabang Delhi KC vs Haryana Steelers	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
September 30, 2025 September 30, 2025	5556	Telugu Titans vs Patna Pirates Bengal Warriorz vs Puneri Paltan	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 1, 2025 October 1, 2025	5758	Haryana Steelers vs Jaipur Pink Panthers U Mumba vs Tamil Thalaivas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 2, 2025 October 2, 2025	5960	Puneri Paltan vs Bengaluru Bulls Gujarat Giants vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 3, 2025 October 3, 2025	6162	Dabang Delhi KC vs UP Yoddhas Tamil Thalaivas vs Haryana Steelers	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 4, 2025 October 4, 2025	6364	Puneri Paltan vs Jaipur Pink Panthers Gujarat Giants vs Bengal Warriorz	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 5, 2025 October 5, 2025	6566	UP Yoddhas vs Telugu Titans Bengaluru Bulls vs Tamil Thalaivas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 6, 2025 October 6, 2025	6768	Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Dabang Delhi KC UP Yoddhas vs Patna Pirates	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 7, 2025 October 7, 2025	6970	Patna Pirates vs Tamil Thalaivas Haryana Steelers vs Dabang Delhi KC	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 8, 2025 October 8, 2025	7172	Telugu Titans vs Haryana Steelers Puneri Paltan vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 9, 2025 October 9, 2025	7374	Bengal Warriorz vs Dabang Delhi KC Gujarat Giants vs UP Yoddhas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 10, 2025 October 10, 2025	7576	Gujarat Giants vs Dabang Delhi KC Bengal Warriorz vs U Mumba	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 11, 2025 October 11, 2025	7778	Bengaluru Bulls vs Jaipur Pink Panthers Tamil Thalaivas vs Puneri Paltan	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 12, 2025 October 12, 2025	7980	Dabang Delhi KC vs Puneri Paltan Bengal Warriorz vs Bengaluru Bulls	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)

PKL Match Schedule- Delhi

Date	Match No	Teams	Timing
October 13, 2025 October 13, 2025	8182	Patna Pirates vs Haryana Steelers \U Mumba vs UP Yoddhas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 14, 2025 October 14, 2025	8384	Patna Pirates vs Gujarat Giants UP Yoddhas vs Tamil Thalaivas	20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 15, 2025 October 15, 2025 October 15, 2025	858687	Telugu Titans vs Bengal Warriorz Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Puneri Paltan Gujarat Giants vs Tamil Thalaivas	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 16, 2025 October 16, 2025 October 16, 2025	888990	Bengaluru Bulls vs Patna Pirates Telugu Titans vs U Mumba UP Yoddhas vs Haryana Steelers	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 17, 2025 October 17, 2025 October 17, 2025	919293	Bengal Warriorz vs Patna Pirates Tamil Thalaivas vs Dabang Delhi KC Jaipur Pink Panthers vs UP Yoddhas	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 18, 2025 October 18, 2025 October 18, 2025	949596	Bengaluru Bulls vs Dabang Delhi KC Telugu Titans vs Puneri Paltan Bengal Warriorz vs Jaipur Pink Panthers	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 19, 2025 October 19, 2025 October 19, 2025	979899	Telugu Titans vs Gujarat Giants U Mumba vs Haryana Steelers Patna Pirates vs Puneri Paltan	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 21, 2025 October 21, 2025 October 21, 2025	100101102	Bengal Warriorz vs Tamil Thalaivas U Mumba vs Jaipur Pink Panthers Haryana Steelers vs Gujarat Giants	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 22, 2025 October 22, 2025 October 22, 2025	103104105	Haryana Steelers vs Telugu Titans Bengaluru Bulls vs Bengal Warriorz Dabang Delhi KC vs Patna Pirates	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)
October 23, 2025 October 23, 2025 October 23, 2025	106107108	Bengaluru Bulls vs Gujarat Giants UP Yoddhas vs U Mumb Patna Pirates vs Jaipur Pink Panthers	19:00 (IST) 20:00 (IST) 21:00 (IST)

This season promises exciting action as all 12 teams compete, giving fans an opportunity to witness top kabaddi talent in India.

Where To Watch Pro Kabaddi League 2025?

You can watch the Pro Kabaddi League 2025 live on the Star Sports Network, with matches available in multiple regional languages for your convenience.

If you prefer online viewing, you can stream every match live on JioHotstar, making it easy to follow the action on your phone, laptop, or smart TV.

You can also track live scores, schedules, and match updates through the official Pro Kabaddi app and website.

History Of The Pro Kabaddi League In India

The Pro Kabaddi League began in July 2014, inspired by the success of the Kabaddi World Cup and the sport’s massive fan base. The first season featured eight teams and quickly captured public attention.

Over the years, the league’s format has evolved, expanding from 8 to 12 teams and increasing the number of matches per season to keep fans engaged.

PKL also embraced modern broadcasting, showing matches in multiple Indian languages, including Hindi, English, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada, making the sport accessible to a broader audience.

With these efforts, PKL became a household name, securing kabaddi’s place in modern sports culture and attracting fans from all over India.

Who Owns PKL?

The Pro Kabaddi League is owned by Mashal Sports, a company founded to promote kabaddi professionally across India. 

Mashal Sports has partnered with Star India to bring PKL matches to TV audiences and help the league gain nationwide visibility.

The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) controls the sport’s regulations within the league to ensure that kabaddi’s traditional rules are followed. 

This partnership between Mashal Sports, Star India, and AKFI ensures smooth operations for the league while maintaining the integrity of the game. 

Rules and Format of the Pro Kabaddi League

The Pro Kabaddi League matches follow standard kabaddi rules with minor adaptations for television, including time-outs and bonus point rules to make the game more engaging.

Each match lasts 40 minutes, divided into two halves of 20 minutes each, keeping the action fast-paced and exciting for fans. Teams field seven players on the court at a time, with up to five substitutes available to rotate during the match.

The league follows a format with a league stage, where all teams compete against each other, followed by playoffs and a final to determine the champion each season.

Pro Kabaddi League Auction and How It Works

The Pro Kabaddi League auction takes place before every season, where teams bid to buy players and form their squads. 

Each franchise works within a set budget and salary cap, ensuring fair competition while building a balanced team. 

Players are divided into categories based on their performance, experience, and potential, which helps teams strategize their bids. 

Coaches and team owners carefully plan player selection, aiming to create the right mix of raiders, defenders, and all-rounders for a competitive season.

Pro Kabaddi Teams 2025

The 2025 Pro Kabaddi League features 12 competitive teams from across India, each bringing top kabaddi talent and fierce rivalry to the mat.

Team Name	Captains	Location
Bengal Warriorz	Fazel Atrachali [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Kolkata, West Bengal
Bengaluru Bulls	Pardeep Narwal  [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Bengaluru, Karnataka
Dabang Delhi KC	Naveen Kumar & Ashu Malik [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Delhi
Gujarat Giants	Neeraj Kumar [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Haryana Steelers	Jaideep Dahiya [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Panchkula, Haryana
Jaipur Pink Panthers	Arjun Deshwal	Jaipur, Rajasthan
Patna Pirates	Ankit Jaglan	Patna, Bihar
Puneri Paltan	Aslam Inamdar [2024] [To be announced for 2025]	Pune, Maharashtra
Tamil Thalaivas	Pawan Sehrawat	Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Telugu Titans	Vijay Malik	Hyderabad, Telangana
U Mumba	Sunil Kumar	Mumbai, Maharashtra
UP Yoddhas	Sumit Sangwan	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Pro Kabaddi League Winners List (Past Champions)

Since it started in 2014, the Pro Kabaddi League has had many champions, with teams showing great skill and exciting performances each season. 

Season	Year	Winner
1	2014	Jaipur Pink Panthers
2	2015	U Mumba
3	2016	Patna Pirates
4	2016	Patna Pirates
5	2017	Patna Pirates
6	2018	Bengaluru Bulls
7	2019	Bengal Warriorz
8	2021	Dabang Delhi K.C.
9	2022	Jaipur Pink Panthers
10	2023	Puneri Paltan
11	2024	Haryana Steelers

The most successful team in Pro Kabaddi League history is the Patna Pirates, who have won three titles in Seasons 3, 4, and 5. 

Their consistent performance and strong gameplay made them a dominant force during the early years of the league, earning them a reputation as one of the best teams in PKL.

The defending champions are the Haryana Steelers, who won Season 11 in 2024. They claimed the title with impressive teamwork and strategy, making them the team to watch in the upcoming season.

Top 5 All-Time Best Pro Kabaddi Players

The Pro Kabaddi League has seen many talented players who stood out with their skill and consistency. Here’s a look at the top 5 all-time best PKL players.

1. Pardeep Narwal

Pardeep Narwal, known as the “Dubki King,” is the top raider in Pro Kabaddi history with 1,810 points from 190 matches. 

His skillful raids and consistency made him a key player for Bengaluru Bulls, earning him recognition as one of the greatest in the league.

2. Maninder Singh

Maninder Singh, representing Bengal Warriors, has scored 1,544 points in 158 matches. He is known for his precision and agility on the mat, consistently helping his team secure victories and proving himself as one of the most reliable raiders in PKL.

3. Kumar Sehrawat

Pawan Kumar Sehrawat has amassed 1,388 points in 139 matches. Playing for Bengaluru Bulls, he stands out for his quick reflexes and attacking style. 

His consistent performance makes him a formidable raider, feared by opponents and admired by fans.

4. Arjun Deshwal

Arjun Deshwal has scored 1,182 points in 114 matches. As a key raider, he has shown great technique and determination, contributing significantly to his team’s success. His ability to score under pressure highlights his value in the league.

5. Naveen Kumar

Naveen Kumar, with 1,120 points from 107 matches, is a prominent raider for Dabang Delhi. Known for his sharp moves and consistency, he has become an important player, often turning games in his team’s favor with his strategic raids.

How Can a Player Join the Pro Kabaddi League? 

To play in the Pro Kabaddi League, it takes skill, dedication, and the right opportunities. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started:

Step 1: Compete in Tournaments

Begin by playing in district and state-level kabaddi tournaments. Strong performances here help players get noticed by scouts and build a competitive record.

Step 2: Attend Trials and Camps

Next, participate in trials or talent scouting camps organized by PKL teams or the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI). These are designed to identify promising players.

Step 3: Enter the Auction Pool

If you impress at trials, you are shortlisted for the player auction pool, where teams review your skills and decide if they want to bid for you.

Step 4: Join a Team

Finally, if a team wins the bid, you sign a contract and officially become part of the PKL squad, starting your professional kabaddi journey.

Difference Between Classic Kabaddi and Pro Kabaddi League

The difference between Classic Kabaddi and the Pro Kabaddi League is that Classic Kabaddi is traditional, with longer matches and bigger fields.

The Pro Kabaddi League is faster, played indoors, and made for entertainment.

Feature	Classic Kabaddi	Pro Kabaddi League (PKL)
Nature	Traditional, played in villages	Professional, televised league
Rules	Follows original, strict rules	Modernized rules for faster gameplay
Field	Bigger outdoor field (13m × 10m)	Smaller indoor mat (10m × 13m)
Match Duration	Longer, often without strict timing	Time-bound (40 minutes, two halves)
Focus	Skill, endurance	Entertainment, team strategies
Audience	Local spectators	National/international TV audience
Other Features	Simple setup, traditional scoring	Player auctions, franchises, commentary, analytics

The difference between Classic Kabaddi and the Pro Kabaddi League is mainly in style and presentation. Classic Kabaddi is traditional, played on bigger outdoor fields with longer matches, focusing on skill, stamina, and teamwork. 

The Pro Kabaddi League is a modern, professional version played indoors with time-limited matches. 

It adds entertainment with team franchises, player auctions, commentary, and strategies, making the game faster and more exciting for a larger audience.

It also uses technology for scoring and player analysis, which is not present in traditional Kabaddi.

Pro Kabaddi League Impact and Viewership Trends

The Pro Kabaddi League has grown steadily, reaching 226 million viewers in 2024, a 17% increase from last year. About 70% of viewers are under 40, and women make up 44%, showing that the league appeals to a wide audience. 

The league is popular across India, from Hindi-speaking regions to the South, attracting people of all ages. Brand investments are still less than cricket, but growth opportunities are increasing.

PKL is also looking beyond India, with plans for kabaddi matches in Melbourne by 2026. This shows the league is becoming popular globally while continuing to grow at home.

Conclusion: The Pro Kabaddi League Is India’s Biggest Professional Kabaddi League Going Live For Its 12th Season!

The Pro Kabaddi League in India has made kabaddi more popular and exciting. Its fast-paced matches and team-based format have drawn millions of fans across the country, giving a fresh energy to this traditional sport.

The Pro Kabaddi League’s impact is clear in its growing audience. Young people, women, and city viewers are watching the matches each season with the same interest and excitement. 

The league is also expanding globally. International events and showcases are helping the Pro Kabaddi League reach fans beyond India, spreading kabaddi’s popularity and influence around the world.

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