The 12th season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is set to begin on August 29th, and this time the tournament will be held in four cities: Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi.
New Delhi: One of India's most popular sports leagues, the Pro Kabaddi League, is set to kick off its 12th season on August 29, 2025. This edition will be held across four major cities: Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, Chennai, and New Delhi. Organizers released this information in a press release on Thursday.
The league will commence at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Visakhapatnam, where two exciting matches will be played on the opening day. The first match will be between Telugu Titans and Tamil Thalaivas, while the second will see Bengaluru Bulls face Puneri Paltan.
Visakhapatnam is hosting Pro Kabaddi League matches for the first time since 2018. The city is extremely excited to host this prestigious league. This will be a golden opportunity for Kabaddi fans to watch their favorite players in live action.
Tournament to be Held in Four Phases
Pro Kabaddi League 2025 has been divided into four phases, giving viewers the opportunity to watch matches in different locations:
- Phase 1 (August 29 - September 11): Visakhapatnam – Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium
- Phase 2 (September 12 - September 28): Jaipur – Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Indoor Hall)
- Phase 3 (September 29 - October 12): Chennai – SDAT Indoor Stadium
- Phase 4 (October 13 - October 26): New Delhi – Thyagaraj Stadium
The dates for the playoffs and final matches will be announced by the organizers later.
Jaipur Becomes a Historical Site
Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium holds a special place in the league's history. In the previous season (2023-24), this venue hosted the 1,000th Pro Kabaddi match, symbolizing the league's growth and popularity. Pro Kabaddi League has become a vehicle for the development of Kabaddi not only in India but also worldwide. Through this, many young players have gained international recognition. Every year, millions of people follow this league on TV and online platforms.
Through this league, local sports have gained professional recognition, and players have gained economic and social strength. From player auctions to franchise-based competitions, Pro Kabaddi has given a new direction to the sports culture in the country.
Opening Matches to be High-Voltage
Two big matches on the very first day of the league will be a treat for the audience. The South Indian rivalry between Telugu Titans and Tamil Thalaivas will be worth watching. At the same time, the match between Bengaluru Bulls vs Puneri Paltan is also expected to be very exciting, as both teams have performed bly in the previous season.
