PKL 2025 Schedule: Hey Kabaddi crew! As a die-hard fan who’s yelled “Do or Die!” from my couch more times than I can count (and maybe pulled a muscle trying that raid at home), I’m buzzing about Pro Kabaddi League 2025. Season 12 kicks off August 29, 2025, with Haryana Steelers defending their crown—talk about high-stakes drama!
While the full match-by-match schedule and venues are still under wraps (stay tuned on the official PKL site), we’ve got the essentials to get you hyped. Let’s break it down compactly—think quick reads, handy tables, and zero fluff. (Psst: Craving more sports scoops? Check our IPL 2025 Mega Auction Breakdown for similar thrills.)
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Quick PKL 2025 Overview: What to Expect
This season promises 137 nail-biting matches in a double round-robin format, followed by playoffs. Expect intense rivalries, superstar raids, and those epic Super Tackles that flip games. Defending champs Haryana Steelers aim for back-to-back wins, but with fresh auction picks, anyone could steal the show. For live updates, head to Star Sports or stream on JioHotstar.
Here’s a snapshot table of the basics (sourced from PKL official announcements):
| Key Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Start Date | August 29, 2025 |
| End Date (Est.) | Early November 2025 (Finals) |
| Format | Double round-robin + Playoffs |
| Total Matches | 137 |
| Teams | 12 |
| Defending Champs | Haryana Steelers |
| Where to Watch | Star Sports Network / JioHotstar |
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Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 – Season 12 Schedule
Tournament Overview
- Start Date: August 29, 2025
- League Stage End: October 23, 2025
- Total Matches: 137 matches (including playoffs)
- Teams: 12 teams
- Format: Caravan format across multiple cities
Venue-wise Schedule
| Leg | Venue | Dates | Stadium | Opening Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leg 1 | Visakhapatnam | Aug 29 – Sep 15 | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy Stadium | Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas |
| Leg 2 | Jaipur | Sep 16 – Sep 28 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium | TBD |
| Leg 3 | Chennai | Sep 29 – Oct 10 | SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium | UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants |
| Leg 4 | Delhi | Oct 11 – Oct 23 | Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | TBD |
Key Matches Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | Telugu Titans vs Tamil Thalaivas | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Aug 30 | U Mumba vs Gujarat Giants | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Aug 31 | Tamil Thalaivas vs U Mumba | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 3 | Haryana Steelers vs U Mumba | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 5 | U Mumba vs Bengaluru Bulls | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 10 | U Mumba vs Telugu Titans | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 11 | U Mumba vs Patna Pirates | Visakhapatnam | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 29 | UP Yoddhas vs Gujarat Giants | Chennai | 8:00 PM IST |
| Sep 29 | Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Haryana Steelers | Chennai | 9:00 PM IST |
Teams Participating (12 Teams)
| Team | Captain | Home Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Haryana Steelers | TBD | Defending Champions |
| Patna Pirates | TBD | 3-time Champions |
| Bengaluru Bulls | TBD | 2018-19 Champions |
| Dabang Delhi K.C. | TBD | 2021 Champions |
| Jaipur Pink Panthers | TBD | Season 1 Champions |
| U Mumba | TBD | 2-time Champions |
| Tamil Thalaivas | TBD | Chennai |
| Telugu Titans | TBD | Hyderabad |
| UP Yoddhas | TBD | Greater Noida |
| Gujarat Giants | TBD | Ahmedabad |
| Puneri Paltan | TBD | Pune |
| Bengal Warriorz | Devank Dalal | Kolkata |
Broadcasting & Viewing
- TV: Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD
- Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
- Match Timings: Usually 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM IST (Double headers)
- Special Features: Triple headers in some legs
Notable Features
- Return to Visakhapatnam after 7 years
- Caravan format returns bringing matches to different cities
- Naveen Kumar faces his former team Haryana Steelers
- Mohammadreza Shadloui Chiyaneh as most expensive player
Note: Specific match dates and times for all 137 matches may be subject to changes. Check official PKL website for most updated schedule.
The 12 Powerhouse Teams: Who’s Who in PKL 2025
Twelve franchises are locked in, blending retained stars with auction steals. The May 31-June 1 auction in Mumbai was wild—121 players sold for ₹59.064 crore! Iranian sensation Mohammadreza Shadloui fetched a record ₹2.23 crore for Gujarat Giants, while Devank Dalal (Bengal Warriorz) was the top Indian buy at ₹2.205 crore.
Quick team table (full squads via ESPN PKL Auction List):
| Team | Key Retained/Star Buys | Fun Fact |
|---|---|---|
| Bengal Warriorz | Devank Dalal (₹2.205 Cr), Vishwas S | Eyeing their second title since 2019 |
| Bengaluru Bulls | Yogesh Dahiya (Record buy), Chandranaik M | Rebuilding after a tough Season 11 |
| Dabang Delhi K.C. | Sandeep, Mohit | 2021 champs hungry for more |
| Gujarat Giants | Mohammadreza Shadloui (₹2.23 Cr), Parteek Dahiya | Most expensive squad spenders |
| Haryana Steelers | Rahul Sethpal, Vinay | Defending champs—back-to-back dreams? |
| Jaipur Pink Panthers | Reza Mirbagheri, Arjun Deshwal | Two-time winners (latest in 2022) |
| Patna Pirates | Sudhakar M, Hamid Mirzaei Nader | Record three titles—chasing a fourth |
| Puneri Paltan | Abinesh Nadarajan, Mohit Goyat | 2023 winners, top auction spenders (₹5 Cr) |
| Tamil Thalaivas | Sagar, Narender | Strong defense, aiming for first trophy |
| Telugu Titans | Shankar Bhimraj Gadai, Pawan Sehrawat | Revamped for a comeback |
| U Mumba | Sunil Kumar, Amir Mohammad Zafardanesh | 2015 champs with a legacy edge |
| UP Yoddhas | Sumit, Surender Gill | Consistent contenders, no title yet |
(Pro tip: For deeper dives, see our Top Kabaddi Players to Watch in 2025.)
PKL Winners Through the Years: Legacy Table
Kabaddi’s grown massive since 2014—Patna Pirates lead with three crowns. Will 2025 crown a new king? Check this compact history (from Wikipedia PKL Seasons):
| Season | Year | Winner | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2014 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | U Mumba |
| 2 | 2015 | U Mumba | Bengaluru Bulls |
| 3 | 2016 | Patna Pirates | U Mumba |
| 4 | 2016 | Patna Pirates | Jaipur Pink Panthers |
| 5 | 2017 | Patna Pirates | Gujarat Giants |
| 6 | 2018 | Bengaluru Bulls | Gujarat Giants |
| 7 | 2019 | Bengal Warriorz | Dabang Delhi K.C. |
| 8 | 2021 | Dabang Delhi K.C. | Patna Pirates |
| 9 | 2022 | Jaipur Pink Panthers | Puneri Paltan |
| 10 | 2023 | Puneri Paltan | Haryana Steelers |
| 11 | 2024 | Haryana Steelers | Patna Pirates |
Why PKL 2025 Feels Extra Special
From surprise unsolds like Pardeep Narwal to 10 players crossing ₹1 crore, this season’s stacked. As a fan, I’m betting on upsets—maybe Telugu Titans shock everyone? Venues drop soon, so bookmark PKL’s official schedule page for updates.
What’s your bold prediction? Drop it below—let’s chat raids! For more action, explore TechnoSports’ Sports Hub. Stay raided! 💥
