KCL to hold player auction on December 28 with Rs 4 crore purse

NEW DELHI: The Kabaddi Champions League has taken a confident stride towards its maiden season, locking in December 28, 2025, as the date for its first-ever player auction. With a total purse of Rs 4 crore, eight franchises will go head to head to assemble their squads from a deep and diverse domestic talent pool.

The build-up has already gathered momentum. Recent zone 4 and central trials in Sonipat drew a massive response, clocking over 3,500 registrations and more than 1,500 players on the mat during the central trials alone. After a rigorous screening process, over 110 players were shortlisted, with the final auction pool expected to feature between 200 and 250 athletes across categories.

Adding star power to the mix, the league will also include several of India’s leading kabaddi players and seasoned professionals with experience across national tournaments and top domestic leagues. Their presence is set to lift both the pace and polish of the competition, promising fans a fast, fierce and high-quality spectacle.

The trials, conducted across Sonipat and surrounding regions, followed a structured and transparent format, overseen by selection panels comprising former kabaddi greats and respected experts. Their involvement brought both credibility and keen-eyed assessment to the scouting process.

Attention now turns to the auction floor, where franchises will craft balanced squads of raiders, defenders and all-rounders through live bidding. Teams will operate within defined purse limits and squad guidelines, with detailed regulations to be shared ahead of the auction.

Designed to bridge grassroots talent with the professional stage, the Kabaddi Champions League aims to offer players a clear pathway for growth while injecting fresh energy into the sport. The upcoming auction marks a pivotal moment, setting the tone for the league’s debut season, with venue and operational details to be announced soon.