PKL: Do players really have to say 'Kabaddi, Kabaddi, Kabaddi' while playing in international match

The tenth edition of the biggest Kabaddi league in the world is all set to begin from December 2, 2023, at the Transstadia Stadium in Ahmedabad. Gujarat Giants and Telugu Titans will be up against each other in the Pro Kabaddi League 10 opener. The league phase of PKL 2023 will end on February 21, 2024 in Panchkula. 

3 things you need to know 

• Jaipur Pink Panthers are the current champions of the Pro Kabaddi League 
• Pink Panthers will once again be the favourites to retain their title 
• Patna Pirates are the most successful team in the history of the Pro Kabaddi League with a total of 3 titles

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Is it necessary for the raiders to say ‘Kabaddi-Kabaddi’ during any international match? Here is the rule

(Dabang Delhi KC raider Naveen Kumar / Image: Pro Kabaddi League)

During any Kabaddi match, a raider has to take a deep breath and say ‘Kabaddi-Kabaddi’ before attempting a 30-second raid. The raider should tag and touch any member of the opposition team and have to come back to his end. If the raider's breath breaks without touching any opponent member, he or she will be automatically considered out and the point will go to the opposition team. However, the raider can break his breath after touching a defender, though, if he fails to return to his end, he will be considered out. 

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What to expect from Pro Kabaddi League 10? 

The Pro Kabaddi League has played an important role in increasing the fan base of Kabaddi across the globe. Kabaddi is an Indian sport and was born and brought up here. The PKL, which started in the year 2014 has given an international name to Kabaddi and has also changed the life of the players taking part in the league. As the recent auction of the Pro Kabaddi League took place, a total of more than 500 players went under the hammer and raider Pawan Sehrawat was the most expensive player and was picked up by Telugu Titans for INR 2.60 crore. 

The standard and the popularity of the Pro Kabaddi League have increased day by day and with the tenth season of the tournament all set to begin in two months, every team is favourites to win the tournament and there will be two months of absolutely competitive Kabaddi.