Pro Kabaddi League

After WPL, now Pro Kabaddi League plans to launch women's version

Buoyed by the success of the men's event, the organisers of Pro Kabaddi League are now exploring the possibility of launching a professional franchise-based women's tournament in the country. Mashal Sports, the organisers of PKL which is now in its 10th year, said they are planning to launch the league in collaboration with the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India and the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF). The women's version of PKL will follow in the footsteps of cricket's Women's Premier League, which is set to make its debut on March 4 in Mumbai. "Our plans for a professional women's kabaddi league are based on the success we have seen in the men's league and our commitment to grow kabaddi as a modern world-class sport from India," CEO of Mashal Sports and PKL Commissioner Anupam Goswami said in a statement. "We will be working with our various stakeholders, including the AKFI and the International Kabaddi Federation to launch the women's league." A test tournament, Women's

Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Puneri Paltan in final match to win PKL 9 title

Jaipur Pink Panthers defeated Puneri Paltan 33-29 in the summit clash to emerge champions of the Pro Kabaddi League Season 9 champions here on Saturday. V Ajith, Sunil Kumar and Arjun Deshwal emerged as the best players for Jaipur side with six points each on the night. Pankaj Mohite pulled off a brilliant raid in the opening minutes of the match as the Puneri Paltan took 3-1 lead. However, the Jaipur side fought back and levelled the scores at 3-3. But Gaurav Khatri tackled Arjun Deshwal and helped the Pune side regain the lead at 5-4 in the ninth minute. Thereafter, V Ajith stepped up his game as Jaipur levelled the scores at 6-6. Both sides played out a neck and neck contest until Mohammad Nabibakhsh picked up a raid and a tackle point in quick succession and helped Pune take the lead at 10-8 in the 16th minute. However, Ajith caught out Sanket Sawant and Gaurav Khatri to help Jaipur put their nose in front at 12-10 in the 19th minute. The Panthers managed to hold the lead at 1

PKL 9: Bengaluru Bulls decimate Dabang Delhi to qualify for semifinals

The Bengaluru Bulls put up an inspiring performance to defeat Dabang Delhi 56-24 in Eliminator 1 at the Dome, NSCI SVP Stadium, Mumbai and set up a Semi-Final clash against Jaipur Pink Panthers

PKL 9: Tamil Thalaivas beat UP Yoddhas via first tiebreaker to reach semis

The Tamil Thalaivas pulled off an enthralling encounter 6-4 in the tiebreaker after teams were tied 36-36 at full time to defeat the U.P. Yoddhas and take their place in the Semi-Finals

PKL 2022: Aslam Inamdar stars in Puneri Paltan's win against Pink Panthers

Puneri Paltan dished out a clinical performance to register a 39-32 victory over Jaipur Pink Panthers in the Pro Kabaddi League here on Wednesday. Aslam Inamdar emerged as the best player for the Pune side with nine points in the game. Arjun Deshwal picked up a few touch points as Jaipur Pink Panthers took the lead at 6-3 in the sixth minute. However, Sombir tackled Deshwal and Mohit Goyat pulled off a raid in quick succession to help their team stay in the game at 6-8 in the ninth minute. Puneri Paltan kept raging on and inflicted an ALL OUT in the 17th minute to take the lead at 16-14. Moments later, Akash Shinde carried out a brilliant raid, catching out Reza Mirbagheri and Abhishek KS. Shinde continued to shine as Puneri Paltan led at 20-16 at the end of the first half. Goyat effected a fantastic multi-point raid and reduced Panthers to just two members on the mat in the opening minutes of the second half. Puneri Paltan inflicted another ALL OUT soon after and attained a ...

PKL 2022: Maninder Singh helps Bengal Warriors win against Bengaluru Bulls

Bengal Warriors were headed for a defeat against dominant Bengaluru Bulls, but roared back in style in the final minutes to clinch a 41-38 victory at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.

PKL 2022: Many aspire to become a Kabaddi player now, says Pawan Sehrawat

Nowadays, if an athlete says he is playing a league like Pro Kabaddi; he is treated with respect. Over a decade ago, he would have been questioned about it since playing the sport was not viable.

PKL 2022: Men's and women's games almost similar, claim female referees

There are very few men's sporting tournaments, which have women as a part of their referee panels and vivo Pro Kabaddi League has been one of them for several seasons.

PKL 2022: Playoffs and Final to be held in Mumbai's NSCI from December 13

The Season 9 Playoffs and Final of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) will be held at the Dome, NSCI SVP Stadium, Mumbai next month, the organisers of the league announced on Thursday.

PKL 2022: Inamdar powers Puneri Paltan to massive win over Haryana Steelers

Puneri Paltan continued their excellent form in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 9 as they defeated Haryana Steelers 41-28 at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium here on Friday.

PKL 2022: Bharat's unbelievable raiding helps Bengaluru defeat Gujarat

Bharat's unbelievable raiding -- which resulted in a total tally of 18 points, helped the Bengaluru Bulls ease to a 45-38 win over the Gujarat Giants at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on Friday.

PKL 2022: Maninder's super-10 leads Bengal to victory over Telugu Titans

Captain Maninder Singh put up a fantastic performance to help the Bengal Warriors register a 36-28 victory over Telugu Titans here at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on Friday.

PKL 2022: Feels good to take revenge on Gujarat, says Bulls coach Randhir

Having lost to them in their previous encounter, Bengaluru Bulls head coach Randhir Singh said it felt good to take revenge on the Gujarat Giants in the Pro Kabaddi League

PKL 9: Bharat, Neeraj Narwal lead Bengaluru Bulls to big win against Telugu

Bharat and Neeraj Narwal starred as Bengaluru Bulls started the evening slowly, but came back strongly to outplay the Telugu Titans, in defence and attack, registering a comprehensive 49-38 win

PKL 9: Patna Pirates, Tamil Thalaivas play out thrilling match to tie 33-33

The Patna Pirates and Tamil Thalaivas played out a thrilling contest at the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 9, but both sides were happy to settle for a 33-33 tie in the end

PKL 9: Pardeep Narwal stars with 22 points as U.P. Yoddhas decimate Delhi

The U.P. Yoddhas' ace Pardeep Narwal pulled out all the stops for the fans in the last match of the Pune leg at the Shree Shivchhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi here on Wednesday.

PKL 2022 Highlights: Jaipur, UP, Bengal earn big wins to move up in table

Pro Kabaddi 2022 Live Score and Updates: In a triple panga night, Bengal Warriors will face Gujarat Giants, Telugu Titans play UP Yoddhas and Jaipur Pink Panthers face Dabang Delhi

PKL 2022 Highlights: UP vs Bengal ends in a tie, Delhi's losing streak over

Pro Kabaddi League 2022 (PKL) Highlights: UP Yoddhas and Bengal Warriors played a tie that ended at a scoreline of 41 each. Dabang Delhi broke its six-match losing streak, and beat Telugu Titans 40-33

PKL 2022 Highlights: Haryana-UP play a tie, Bengal, Thalaivas register wins

Pro Kabaddi League 2022 Highlights: In what was a super Saturday, Gujarat Giants were beaten by Bengal Warriors, Tamil Thalivas beat Telugu Titans and Haryana Steelers and UP Yoddhas tied a thriller

PKL 2022 Highlights: Patna, Pune, Jaipur win big, make huge gains on table

Pro Kabaddi League 2022 Live Updates: In triple Panga night at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune, Patna Pirates beat U Mumba 34-31, Jaipur defeated Dabang Delhi 45-40 while UP Yoddhas lost 31-40 to Puneri