GET0
SEV1
FRO0
TOR0
LAZ0
CAG0
STR0
AUX0
ITKA0
FC Goa0
DSC0
BEN0
Falkirk2
Celtic0
IBFK3
SAM1
AFG
ZIM
FCU
KOE
RAC
RMA
LYON
ANG
PAR
MON
LIV
ARS
SGE
HSV
WI-A
LIONS
COMO1
VEN0
MCFC2
SCD3
NAM131/5 (21.2/50 ov, target 130)
IRE129
NZ195/3 (18/20 ov, target 192)
IND191/8
RHINO310/8
MOUNT193/6 (37/50 ov, target 311)
JAB147/7
POA87/5 (12.1/20 ov, target 148)
LIONS187/3 (19.2/20 ov)
TITNS
NZ-A218/3 (62 ov)
IND-A346
QLD202/5 (71 ov)
VIC307
SYL218 & 89/2 (38 ov)
CHATT210
MYMS108 & 57/2 (14 ov) (f/o)
KHU288
DHA
BAR
RAN122/3 (39 ov)
RAJ231
NED
OMA
MS-W
PS-W
TOK
MIS
MOW
BRB
KAY
KAG
CHR
SPR
PAK331/7 (48.3/50 ov, target 326)
SL325/8
UAE266/5 (49/50 ov, target 264)
SS-W196/8
HH-W109 (17.4/20 ov, target 197)
ST-W180/4 (16.4 ov)
BH-W178/5
Trabzonspor1
Gaziantep0
EXC0
TWE3
TEL2
UTR0
DMA0
ROS3
LEC
GEN
ELC
VAL
Aston Villa1
Fulham1
Barcelona6
Alavés1
Milan3
Inter Milan1
Troyes2
Le Mans0
The inaugural Kabaddi Champions League auction witnessed intense bidding wars as franchises secured their match-winners for the upcoming season. Devank Dalal emerged as the costliest player, with Bhiwani Bulls investing ₹19.2 lakhs in the experienced right raider—setting the tone for a fiercely competitive inaugural season.
Top 5 Auction Buys Overview
| Player | Team | Bid Amount | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devank Dalal | Bhiwani Bulls | ₹19.2 Lakhs | Right Raider |
| Ayan Lochab | Sonipat Stars | ₹18.4 Lakhs | Explosive Raider |
| Jaideep Dahiya | Faridabad Fighters | ₹17.4 Lakhs | Aggressive All-Rounder |
| Sunil Malik | Karnal Kings | ₹14.2 Lakhs | Marquee Pick |
| Ashu Malik | Hisar Heroes | ₹12.2 Lakhs | Attacking Specialist |
Dalal’s Record-Breaking Deal
Bhiwani Bulls showed immense faith by making Dalal the auction’s highest-paid player. The raider acknowledged the responsibility that comes with the price tag, expressing gratitude for the trust while promising fearless kabaddi that will excite fans throughout the season.
Ayan Lochab followed closely at ₹18.4 lakhs with Sonipat Stars, whose explosive raiding ability made him one of the evening’s most sought-after names. The young raider credited the franchise’s early confidence as motivation to work harder and contribute meaningfully to team success.
Strategic Investments Across Franchises
Faridabad Fighters secured Jaideep Dahiya for ₹17.4 lakhs, valuing his passionate and aggressive playing style. Karnal Kings followed with their marquee pick Sunil Malik at ₹14.2 lakhs, while Hisar Heroes invested heavily in attacking strength by signing Ashu Malik for ₹12.2 lakhs.
Panipat Panthers added balance to their roster with dynamic all-rounder Ankit Jaglan at ₹9.8 lakhs, demonstrating the importance of versatile players in building competitive squads. The all-rounder expressed excitement about contributing across multiple aspects of the game.
Veterans Find New Homes
Gurugram Gurus and Rohtak Royals showed confidence in proven performers, picking Neeraj Narwal and Vijay Malik for ₹9.6 lakhs and ₹9.4 lakhs respectively. Both veterans expressed deep appreciation for their franchises’ trust, promising impactful performances that justify their price tags.
The auction’s success reflects growing investment in kabaddi talent development, with franchises backing their visions through strategic player selections. As teams finalize their squads, the KCL promises high-octane action, emerging heroes, and unforgettable kabaddi moments when the inaugural season kicks off.
With big names finding their new families and franchises building championship-caliber rosters, the stage is set for a thrilling debut season that could reshape India’s kabaddi landscape beyond traditional league structures.
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