Pro Kabaddi League announces schedule for Season 12, kick-starting on August 29
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is gearing up for its 12th season, promising another exhilarating chapter of kabaddi action. On July 9, 2025, Mashal Sports, the league organisers, announced that PKL Season 12 will commence on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Twelve franchises will compete in the upcoming season, with the reigning champions, Haryana Steelers, defending their maiden title from Season 11. Teams have strengthened their squads through a record-breaking player auction held in Mumbai on May 31 and June 1. Ten players secured contracts exceeding Rs 1 crore, marking a new benchmark for the league.
The venues for Season 12 have not been announced yet but are expected to be revealed soon. The league will start on August 29, 2025, with further match schedules to be announced. Matches will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.
Some teams have already revealed their squads. For instance, the Bengal Warriorz have assembled a strong squad featuring raiders like Devank Dalal and defenders such as Nitesh Kumar and Mayur Jagannath Kadam.
The Pro Kabaddi League has significantly transformed India's indigenous sport of Kabaddi and its athletes on the national and global stage. This season is expected to be the most competitive yet, with unprecedented levels of competition and entertainment promised.
PKL has been one of India's most successful sports leagues, thanks to the efforts of Mashal Sports and JioStar. The league has been instrumental in elevating the sport's popularity and the recognition of its athletes.
In the points system for Season 12, a team will earn 5 points for a win, 1 point for a loss by 7 or fewer points, 0 points for a loss by more than 7 points, and 3 points for a tie.
Get ready for an action-packed season of Pro Kabaddi League Season 12, where the best of the best will battle it out to claim the coveted title. Stay tuned for more updates on the venues and other details.
The Pro Kabaddi League's upcoming Season 12 is set to witness fierce competition among twelve franchises, as teams have bolstered their squads through a record-breaking player auction. Meanwhile, the business world awaits the announcement of the league's sports venues for this season.
