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The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is gearing up for its 11th season, and excitement is building up as the player auction approaches. Scheduled for August 15 and 16, 2024, the auction will take place in Mumbai and promises to be a high-energy event where the 12 franchises will compete to acquire the best talent for the upcoming season.
With over 500 players set to go under the hammer, including both Indian stars and international players, the stakes are high and the action is expected to be intense.
The pool of players includes those released by franchises after last season, as well as standout performers from the Khelo India University Games 2024. Notable names in the mix include Indian kabaddi stars like Pardeep Narwal, Pawan Sehrawat, Maninder Singh, and Sachin, along with celebrated overseas players such as Mohammadreza Chiyaneh Shadloui and Fazel Atrachali.
In terms of the auction's format, players will be categorized into four groups based on their base prices and roles. Category A players will have a base price of Rs 30 lakh, Category B players will be priced at Rs 20 lakh, Category C at Rs 13 lakh, and Category D at Rs 9 lakh. These players will be further classified as all-rounders, raiders, or defenders, reflecting their skills and specialties. Each team will have a player purse of Rs 5 crore to spend during the auction, although this amount will be adjusted based on the players they have already retained.
With 88 players already retained by the 12 franchises, a total of 212 slots remain to be filled. Each team can have between 18 and 25 players, making this auction crucial for finalizing their rosters for the upcoming Pro Kabaddi season. As the clock ticks down, the excitement is palpable, with fans and franchises alike eagerly awaiting the outcome of the bidding wars.
Pro Kabaddi 2024 Auction: Where to watch PKL 2024 auction live in India
When to Watch
The Pro Kabaddi 2024 auction will be held over two days: August 15 and 16, 2024. On the first day, the auction will commence at 7 PM IST while on the second day, it will start at 10 AM IST. With the player pool including top kabaddi talents such as Pardeep Narwal, Pawan Sehrawat, and Fazel Atrachali, and a mix of young emerging stars, the auction is set to be an exciting affair.
Fans can tune in on both days to catch all the live updates and bidding action as franchises finalize their squads for the new season.
Where to Watch
The Pro Kabaddi 2024 auction will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network, providing comprehensive coverage for viewers across India. For those who prefer digital streaming, the auction will also be available live on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. This option allows fans to follow the event from their smartphones or tablets as well.
