# World Super Kabaddi League Kicks Off a New Chapter for Kabaddi – International, Inclusive, Iconic

URL: https://technosports.co.in/world-super-kabaddi-league-kabaddi-internation/  
Published: 2025-07-01  
Updated: 2025-07-01  
Author: Rahul Roy

*~ SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd sets the stage for a new era in Indian sports with the World Super Kabaddi League ~*

*SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd*, the exclusive rights holder for both the World Super Kabaddi League (WSKL) and the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), proudly announces the launch of the **inaugural edition of WSKL**—a groundbreaking step towards making [Kabaddi](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kabaddi)a truly global sport. With the active engagement of nearly 30 countries and formal confirmation from 20 national federations the **inaugural season is tentatively scheduled for February–March 2026** and will be hosted in **Dubai**, a strategic location chosen to maximize international exposure and fan accessibility.

Following the success of UPKL, under the banner *‘Apna Bharat, Apna Khel’,* which focused on nurturing talent within India, WSKL represents a bold new chapter. Unlike UPKL, which was largely India-centric, **WSKL has been conceptualized as an international platform with a singular mission: to globalize Kabaddi and pave the way for its inclusion in the Olympic Games.**  WSKL is backed by the **International Kabaddi Federation (IKF)** and holds commercial rights through the **South Asian Kabaddi Federation**, positioning it as a credible and globally supported league.

WSKL will adopt a **franchise-based model** featuring eight teams in its inaugural season. Setting itself apart from existing leagues, each team will showcase a strong international presence alongside Indian talent, reflecting the league’s commitment to building a truly global Kabaddi ecosystem.

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## World Super Kabaddi League Kicks Off a New Chapter for Kabaddi – International, Inclusive, Iconic

WSKL is fully owned and operated by *SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd* and has been founded by Sambhav Jain, a passionate advocate for the growth and modernization of Kabaddi. Speaking about this ambitious new venture, ***Sambhav Jain, Director and Founder, SJ uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd*** said, *“Kabaddi has always deserved a larger stage not just for India but for the global sporting community.”*

“*With WSKL, our goal is to reimagine the sport for a global audience, unlock international talent, and take decisive steps towards Olympic recognition. The success of UPKL gave us the foundation, but WSKL is about creating a Kabaddi league that belongs to the world. We are building this with a vision for the next decade, not just the next season.”*

The league has committed a **total player purse of ₹48 crore across its eight franchises**, underscoring the strong investment appetite for this new sports property. WSKL has already secured interest and participation from prominent Kabaddi nations including **South Korea, Iran, Thailand, Pakistan, Malaysia, Japan, Canada, and the United States**, with discussions underway to onboard additional countries.

The World Super Kabaddi League is designed not as a seasonal tournament but as an evolving global sports property. *SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd* is committed to building WSKL as a **12-month, year-round Kabaddi ecosystem**, creating opportunities for sustained fan engagement, off-season activities, and long-term player development.

With WSKL, *SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd* is setting a new benchmark for Kabaddi, creating an international movement that aspires to bring the sport to a much larger and more diverse audience.

**Read more: [Asian Kabaddi Championship 2025 : Indian Women’s Kabaddi Team Wins Fifth Asian Championship](https://technosports.co.in/asian-kabaddi-championship-2025-indian-women/)**