New Delhi, September 26 (HS). The 11th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) will start from October 18, 2024. Many celebrities like Riteish Deshmukh, Sudeep Kicha, Alia Bhatt, Bhuvan Bam and cricket stars KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya may be seen in the league.
At the forefront of this celebrity group are PKL brand ambassadors Riteish Deshmukh and Sudeep Kicha. A Bollywood actor from Maharashtra, Riteish brings both national and regional appeal that connects with fans across the country.
According to a press release from PKL, Sudeep Kiccha, a big name in Kannada cinema, will play a vital role in enthralling the passionate fan base in Karnataka.
Bollywood superstar Alia Bhatt and digital sensation Bhuvan Bam are also part of the star-studded lineup. Alia Bhatt is set to inspire the younger generation to take up Kabaddi with her wide appeal and influence. Bhuvan Bam, a pioneer in the digital space, will bridge the gap between traditional sports fans and digital-first audiences through unique content collaborations.
Combining two of India's biggest passions – cricket and kabaddi, some of the country's top cricketers have come forward to support the league. KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya will be seen in PKL promotions, showcasing the similarities between athleticism, courage and determination that tie kabaddi and cricket together.
This time PKL will return in a three city format.
The 2024 edition will begin at the GMC Balayogi Sports Complex in Hyderabad from October 18 to November 9. It will then move to the Noida Indoor Stadium for the second phase, which will begin on November 10 and end on December 1. The third phase will begin at the badminton hall of the Balewadi Sports Complex in Pune from December 3 to December 24. With star players like Pawan Sehrawat, Pradeep Narwal and Fazel Atrachalli dominating the mat and a mix of celebrity and cricket talent throwing their support behind the league, kabaddi is sure to grab the attention of both die-hard fans and new audiences.
The season opener will see a thrilling encounter between Telugu Titans and Bengaluru Bulls.