The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set for a high-profile return as it officially unveiled the schedule for its fifth season, marking a new chapter for India’s premier franchise-based wrestling competition. After undergoing a comprehensive restructuring, PWL Season 5 will run from January 15 to February 1, 2026, at the Noida Indoor Stadium, bringing together elite Indian and international wrestlers in a compact, high-intensity format.
With revamped squads, a refreshed operational structure, and record-breaking player auctions, PWL 2026 aims to reassert itself as the leading professional wrestling league in the country.
Pro Wrestling League 2026: Format
A total of six franchises will compete in a single round-robin league format, with each team playing five matches. A total of 15 league-stage fixtures will be played across 13 matchdays.
At the end of the league phase, the top four teams will qualify for the semi-finals, scheduled for January 30 and 31, before the champions are crowned in the PWL 2026 Final on February 1 (Sunday). Strategic rest days on January 22 and January 24 have been built into the schedule to support athlete recovery without compromising competitive intensity.
Each league tie will feature nine bouts across multiple weight categories, maintaining PWL’s distinctive team-based scoring system that balances men’s and women’s wrestling while rewarding squad depth and tactical match-ups.
Pro Wrestling League 2026: Teams
- Haryana Thunders
- Maharashtra Kesari
- UP Dominators
- Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals
- Punjab Royals
- Delhi Dangal Warriors
Also Read: Pro Wrestling League 2026: Full Squad Of Each Team
Pro Wrestling League 2026: Schedule
- League Matches: 15 matches across 13 matchdays
- Semi-finals: January 30 & 31
- Final: February 1, 2026 (Sunday)
- Rest Days: January 22 and January 24
Pro Wrestling League 2026: Where To Watch Live
Sony Sports Network is the official broadcast partner for the 2026 season. all PWL matches will be aired live on Sony Sports Ten 4 and Ten 5. The matches will also be live streamed on Sony LIV website and app.
Unfortunately, there is no platform where PWL matches will be available to watch for free.
