Uttar Pradesh’s biggest kabaddi celebration is back! The Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 brings together the state’s finest kabaddi talent for an action-packed tournament that promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
Running from December 25, 2025, for approximately 17 days, this exciting league features 12 competitive teams battling it out at the Noida Indoor Stadium. With established franchises and four new teams joining the competition, fans can expect fierce rivalries and breakthrough performances!
UPKL Season 2 Full Schedule
Note: The complete match schedule has not been released yet. Stay tuned for updates!
Here’s what we know about the tournament format:
- Start Date: Thursday, December 25, 2025
- Duration: Approximately 17 days
- Total Matches: Around 64 matches
- Venue: Noida Indoor Stadium, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- Format: League Stage + Playoffs (similar to Pro Kabaddi League)
All matches will be played at the Noida Indoor Stadium, which will transform into the heart of kabaddi action during the festive season!
Teams and Squads for UPKL Season 2
Twelve teams are competing in this tournament! Each squad features rising stars and young talents ready to make their mark on professional kabaddi.
Existing Teams (From Season 1)
1. Lucknow Lions (Defending Champions)
The reigning champions have retained their core team! Led by star raider Arjun Deshwal, the Lions are ready to defend their title with a powerful squad.
Squad: Arjun Deshwal (Rs 3.10L) (Retained), Vivek Chaudhary (Rs 1.00L) (Retained), Arpit Saroha (Retained), Akash Nain, Nishant Raghuvanshi, Rahul Nain, Mohd Amaan (Retained), Ujjwal Panwar, Vibhor Datt, Kunal, Arya Deshwal, Kartik Baliyan, Harish Kumar Singh
2. Awadh Ramdoots
Squad: Abhimanyu Raghuvanshi (Rs 2.95L), Ravi Bhati (Rs 1.90L), Aryadeep Deshwal, Krishan Nagar, Pawan Bhati, Saurabh Singh, Ashish Bhati, Vinod Thakur, Divyanshu Gujjar, Naman Chaudhary, Sourabh, Sandeep Varun, Vishal Yadav
3. Brij Stars
Squad: Lucky Dhankar (Rs 1.55L), Vishal Chaudhary (Rs 1.41L), Robin Chaudhary (Rs 1.05L), Himanshu Chaudhary, Mukul Chaudhary, Yash Kumar, Arjun Singh, Ankit Chaudhary, Somveer, Nikhil Chaudhary, Shivam Sharma, Nikhil Tevathiya
4. JD Noida Ninjas
The Ninjas made a big statement at the auction by securing Ashu Singh for Rs 4.35 lakhs!
Squad: Ashu Singh (Rs 4.35L), Rachit Yadav (Rs 2.05L), Manjeet (Rs 1.00L) (Retained), Ajay Kumar Yadav, Navneet, Alok Kumar, Krishan Mavi, Ayush Kumar, Anand Yadav, Rajdeep Kumar, Sachin Kumar, Shaurya Pratap Singh, Abhishek Yadav
5. Kashi Kings
Squad: Sahul Kumar (Rs 1.35L), Arjun Sirohi, Prashant Kumar, Vikul Lamba, Harendra Kumar, Dhananjay Kumar, Shrikant Tewathia, Vikrant Tomar, Sumit Tomar, Sonu, Vipul Chaudhary, Deepak Kumar
6. Sangam Challengers
Squad: Shivam Singh Tomar (Rs 2.60L) (Retained), Pankaj (Rs 2.55L) (Retained), Manish Kumar, Goutam Singh Tomar, Nishant Baliyan, Mayank Malik, Tushar, Suraj Nain, Aditya Panwar, Rajiv Chaudhary, Harshit, Anubhav Tomar
7. Yamuna Yoddhas
Squad: Ritik Sharma (Rs 1.20L) (Retained), Abhishek Singh (Rs 1.20L) (Retained), Lalit Sharma, Abhishek Panwar, Ajay Rathi, Ujjwal Nagar, Vinit Nain, Nitin Solanki, Aman Solanki, Lakshya Chaudhary, Ronak Rana, Himanshu Choudhary
8. Ganga Kings of Mirzapur
The Ganga Kings secured the second-highest buy of the auction with Nitin Panwar!
Squad: Nitin Panwar (Rs 4.45L), Ashish Nagar, Shivam, Ajay Malik, Amit Nagar, Gaurav Giri, Gaurav Bansal, Aditya Kumar, Raj Sahani, Yadav Udit, Anant Rana, Himanshu Malik, Sameer Hussain
New Teams (Joining in Season 2)
9. Aligarh Tigers
The Tigers made the biggest splash at the auction, securing Vinay Tevathia for a record Rs 5.90 lakhs!
Squad: Vinay Tevathia (Rs 5.90L), Kunal Bhati, Akshya Rathi, Prince Sharma, Aniruddh, Manish Kumar, Anuj, Rajat Panwar, Anas Khan, Vashu, Uday Patel, Praveen Chaudhary, Mayank Singh, Vipin Kumar
10. Purvanchal Panthers
Squad: Lalit Chaudhary (Rs 2.10L), Suraj Tomar (Rs 1.76L), Bhanu Pratap Tomar (Rs 1.15L), Nigam Chaudhary, Shakti Chaudhary, Shivam Teotia, Hritik Rathi, Vinay Khatiyan, Sachin Kumar, Vijay Gaun, Aakash Saharawat, Rohit Tomar
11. Gazab Ghaziabad
The newest franchise enters the competition with a strong squad!
Squad: Anil Kumar (Rs 2.25L), Harsh Dhaka (Rs 1.71L), Ronak Singh (Rs 1.00L), Uday Dabas, Abhishek Pandey, Arpit Chahal, Aman Pawar, Aman Rana, Shaurya Singh, Hariom, Vipul Chaudhary, Gopal Sharma
12. Kanpur Warriors
Squad: Shubham Kumar (Rs 3.20L), Azad Singh (Rs 2.60L), Vivek Kumar, Ayush, Himanshu Deshwal, Vinay Baliyan, Vikram Pratap, Abhishek Kumar, Ankit Yadav, Hunny Kumar, Raghav Salaklan, Anuj Kumar Yadav, Dev Chaudhary
Where to Watch UPKL Season 2
Kabaddi fans can catch all the action live on television and streaming platforms.
In India: All UPKL Season 2 matches will be broadcast live on Zee Sports. Streaming will be available on ZEE5.
With 64 matches over 17 days, you won’t miss any moment of this exciting kabaddi league!
About Noida Indoor Stadium
Noida’s Indoor Stadium is the perfect venue for this tournament. The stadium offers:
- World-class facilities for players and spectators
- Indoor setup ensuring perfect playing conditions
- Convenient location in the heart of Uttar Pradesh
- Modern infrastructure for professional kabaddi
- Great atmosphere for fans
The venue successfully hosted Season 1 and is ready to provide an excellent stage for UPKL’s rising stars to shine!
What Makes UPKL Special
The Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League is more than just another kabaddi tournament:
1. Future Stars Platform: UPKL has become a launchpad for professional careers. Many players who shine here go on to represent their state and even get selected for Pro Kabaddi League teams.
2. Development Focus: Unlike senior tournaments, this league focuses on developing young talent from Uttar Pradesh and giving them exposure to professional kabaddi.
3. State-Level Success: UPKL is becoming India’s most successful state-level league across any sport, setting new standards for regional competitions.
4. Competitive Balance: With 12 teams competing, the tournament offers competitive matches and opportunities for new teams to shine against established franchises.
5. Scout’s Paradise: Coaches, selectors, and PKL franchise scouts watch these matches closely to identify future stars for bigger platforms.
6. Professional Setup: The structured auction process, transparent team selection, and professional organization ensure the league maintains high standards.
Conclusion: The Future of UP Kabaddi Starts Here!
UPKL Season 2 is your chance to witness the next generation of kabaddi superstars! From December 25 for 17 action-packed days, the Noida Indoor Stadium will host Uttar Pradesh’s finest kabaddi talent competing for glory.
With 12 teams, 64 matches, and the tagline “Apna Bharat, Apna Khel – Khel Raha Hai Mera Pradesh”, this tournament promises fierce competition and memorable moments!
The stars you watch today could be the Pro Kabaddi League champions of tomorrow. Don’t miss UPKL Season 2 – where UP’s kabaddi dreams take center stage!
FAQs
The tournament starts on December 25, 2025, and runs for approximately 17 days.
Twelve teams: Lucknow Lions (defending champions), Awadh Ramdoots, Brij Stars, JD Noida Ninjas, Kashi Kings, Sangam Challengers, Yamuna Yoddhas, Ganga Kings of Mirzapur, Aligarh Tigers, Purvanchal Panthers, Gazab Ghaziabad, and Kanpur Warriors.
All matches are played at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
All matches will be broadcast live on Zee Sports (TV) and available for streaming on ZEE5.
The league follows a League + Playoff format similar to the Pro Kabaddi League. Teams compete in the league stage, with top teams advancing to the playoffs, followed by the final.
