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International Stars Rare To Go At Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League
International Kabaddi stars are ready to shine in the Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL) which begins from April 18 in Gurugram. Players from Hungary, Poland, England and Hong Kong are eager to be a part of the league in India.
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International Kabaddi stars are ready to shine in the Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL) which begins from April 18 in Gurugram. Players from Hungary, Poland, England and Hong Kong are eager to be a part of the league in India.
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This will be the inaugural season of GI-PKL featuring 12 teams (6 men’s and 6 women’s teams) with representation from Egypt, Kenya, Argentina, Germany, England, Norway, and Poland.
Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League: Teams
Women’s Teams: Marathi Falcons, Bhojpuri Leopardess, Telugu Cheetahs, Tamil Lioness, Punjabi Tigress, and Haryanvi Eagles.
Men’s Teams: Marathi Vultures, Bhojpuri Leopards, Telugu Panthers, Tamil Lions, Punjabi Tigers, and Haryanvi Sharks.
International Players Rare To Go At Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League
The league has already garnered global attention with participation from teams representing countries like Egypt, Kenya, Argentina, Germany, England, Norway and Poland. The inaugural season of GI-PKL, featuring 12 teams (6 men’s and 6 women’s teams).
Several international players expressed excitement at being part of the league, and playing on the Indian soil, the birthplace of kabaddi.
“I’m the captain of the Poland national Kabaddi team, and I am waiting to be a part of GI-PKL.” Poland’s women’s kabaddi team captain said
Similarly, the Hungary women’s team skipper stated, “I’m so excited about GI-PKL.”
The excitement extends to Hong Kong China’s women’s team captain, who said, “I’m immensely excited to be a part of GI-PKL and showcase my skills to all the Kabaddi fans in India.”
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Karthik Dammu, founder of the GPKL women’s league that merged with the men’s IPKL, said, “I’m really looking forward to seeing the foreign players showcase their talent in the Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League. Kabaddi is a sport with deep roots in India, and it’s exciting to witness its global reach expanding. Having athletes from different countries compete at this level will not only raise the intensity of the game but also bring new styles and strategies into play. This is just the beginning of a truly international Kabaddi experience, and I can’t wait to see how it unfolds!”
Sohan Tusir, of IPKL, and founder of the Just Kabaddi League, expressed confidence in the quality of players in the GI-PKL. “This league will pave the way to create a new set of stars in the World, exposing talent that’s desperately seeking a big platform like the GI-PKL, he said”
The Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League 2025 will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network, reaching audiences across the world.
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