Chennai set to host the 3rd-leg of PKL Season 12 starting tomorrow

PKL Season 12 arrives in Chennai for the 3rd leg at the SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium from September 29 to October 10. The Tamil Thalaivas, with support from their passionate fanbase, are hoping to make a significant impact in this leg

Hyderabad: The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 is set to make its much-awaited return to Chennai. The league arrives at the SDAT Multipurpose Indoor Stadium on September 29, marking the third-leg of what promises to be the most competitive season yet.

The city’s passionate kabaddi enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the return of their beloved Tamil Thalaivas. The team, which has consistently been a crowd favourite, will be looking to leverage the home advantage and the support of their loyal fanbase to make a significant impact in Season 12.

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The Chennai leg of PKL Season 12 will run from September 29 to October 10, featuring multiple high-stakes matches across all 12 teams. This follows successful legs in Vizag and Jaipur, with teams showcasing exceptional competitive spirit throughout the season so far.

Speaking about PKL’s return to Chennai, Mr. Anupam Goswami, Business Head, Mashal Sports and League Chairman, PKL, said, “We are thrilled to bring the Pro Kabaddi League back to Chennai after two years. Tamil Nadu has always been one of the great kabaddi geographies of India, with a deep cultural and regional connection to the sport. Legends like Dharmaraj Cheralathan and K. Baskaran carried that legacy, and now we see a new generation of young players proudly representing the region. This season has been exceptional with raiders delivering more Super 10s and multi-point raids than last season. The competitiveness has also been remarkable, with just six points separating the top-placed team from the team placed eighth on the points table. We look forward to celebrating this spirit of kabaddi with the passionate fans of Chennai.”

While the home advantage will be a crucial factor for Tamil Thalaivas, Chennai’s passionate fanbase – known for their unwavering support and vibrant cheering – is expected to create an electrifying atmosphere that could prove to be the difference-maker in crunch moments.

With as many as 12 players from Tamil Nadu featuring across different teams this season, the Chennai leg is set to be a celebration of Tamil pride and kabaddi’s deep-rooted connection with the state. It will also provide an opportunity for the local players to play in front of their home crowd.