New Delhi: Mashal Sports, the organisers of the Pro Kabaddi League, have announced the dates for season 12. After the success of the last edition, the new season is set to begin on Friday, August 29.
Defending champions Haryana Steelers will return to the action after their maiden title victory in Season 11. The competitive balance of the league continues to showcase the unpredictability that has made PKL one of India’s most exciting sporting events.
All twelve franchises have strengthened their squads in the recently concluded auction, and the upcoming season promises to deliver more thrilling results. The venues and other details for the upcoming season will be announced soon.
Mr. Anupam Goswami, Business Head at Mashal & League Commissioner – Pro Kabaddi, said that they are thrilled to unveil the starting date for PKL season 12 after the record-breaking player auction. He further added that they have set a foundation for the most competitive season yet and are looking forward to another thrilling chapter of kabaddi action.
Brace yourselves… the panga is back 🛡#PKL Season 12 storms in from 29th August 🗓🔥
It’s time to raid, tackle, and roar louder than ever 💥#ProKabaddi pic.twitter.com/F56USW7JYG
— ProKabaddi (@ProKabaddi) July 9, 2025
What happened in the PKL Auction?
The Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 Player Auction was held in Mumbai on May 31 and June 1, where a record-breaking 10 players secured contracts exceeding Rs 1 crore, setting a new record for the competition. Under the aegis and sanction from the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), Mashal Sports and JioStar have built PKL into one of India’s most successful sports leagues.
The Pro Kabaddi League has transformed India’s indigenous sport of Kabaddi and its athletes on the national and global stage. The new season will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.