How To Watch PKL 2025 Live: The 12th season of the Pro Kabaddi League has begun with a bang. The league that gave kabaddi a new identity in India has started on Friday, 29 August 2025 in Vizag. A total of 12 teams will compete for the trophy this season. With a brand-new playoff format introduced, the excitement for fans is expected to double.
The league stage of PKL 2025 will continue until 23 October, and four major cities have been selected as host venues: Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, Chennai, and Delhi. With matches across different cities, fans will get the chance to watch their favorite stars up close.
PKL 12 Venues
This season will be hosted across four major venues:
- Visakhapatnam (Vizag): Vishwanadh Sports Club
- Jaipur: SMS Indoor Stadium
- Chennai: SDAT Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium
- Delhi: Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium
All league stage and playoff matches will be played at these venues.
Teams Participating in PKL 2025
A total of 12 teams will take part in PKL 12:
- Bengal Warriors
- Bengaluru Bulls
- Dabang Delhi
- Gujarat Giants
- Haryana Steelers
- Jaipur Pink Panthers
- Patna Pirates
- Puneri Paltan
- Tamil Thalaivas
- U Mumba
- UP Yoddhas
New Playoff Format in PKL 2025
PKL 12 comes with a new playoff structure. Each team will play 18 league matches, and the top 8 teams will qualify for the playoffs. The format is as follows:
- Teams placed 5th to 8th will play play-in matches.
- Teams finishing 3rd and 4th will face each other in a mini-qualifier.
- The top team from the league stage will play Qualifier 1, if they win, they directly enter the final.
- The losing team from Qualifier 1 will get another chance in Qualifier 2.
- Play-in and eliminator matches will determine the remaining finalists.
This new format ensures more excitement, as every team will have a chance to qualify until the very end.
Where to Watch PKL 12 Live in India?
The Star Sports Network will broadcast all matches of PKL 12 on television.
- For English commentary: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 2, and Star Sports 2 HD.
- For Hindi commentary: Star Sports 1 Hindi and Star Sports 1 Hindi HD.
- For regional commentary: Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, and Star Sports 1 Kannada.
Where to Watch PKL 2025 Live Streaming?
Fans can watch the live streaming of all matches on the Jio Hotstar app or website. However, a subscription is required for full access.
How to Watch PKL 12 for Free?
For viewers without a subscription, Jio Hotstar offers a free 5-minute preview of live matches. To watch the entire game, though, a subscription will be necessary.
The 12th season of Pro Kabaddi League is all set to create a huge buzz in India’s sporting calendar once again. With the newly introduced playoff format, thrilling matches, and streaming options, the tournament promises to be bigger and better. If you are a kabaddi fan, this is a season you simply cannot afford to miss.
PKL 12 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does PKL 12 start?
A: PKL 12 begins on 29 August 2025.
Q2. Where will PKL 12 be hosted?
A: Matches will be held in Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai, and Delhi.
Q3. Where can I watch Pro Kabaddi League 2025?
A: All matches will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed online on Jio Hotstar.
Q4. Can PKL 12 be watched for free?
A: Full matches require a subscription on Jio Hotstar, but you can watch the first 5 minutes free.
Q5. How many teams are playing in PKL 12?
A: A total of 12 teams are competing: Bengal Warriors, Bengaluru Bulls, Dabang Delhi, Gujarat Giants, Haryana Steelers, Jaipur Pink Panthers, Patna Pirates, Puneri Paltan, Tamil Thalaivas, U Mumba, and UP Yoddhas.
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