Did You Know These Star Players Have Never Been Sold at the PKL Player Auction?

As the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) gears up for its 11th player auction on August 15th and 16th, many familiar faces will remain with their current teams, while others will be on the lookout for new opportunities. However, some standout players have never been through the auction process. Here’s a look at these consistent performers who have never changed teams via auction:

Bharat (Bengaluru Bulls)
Bharat has been a key raider for Bengaluru Bulls since PKL Season 8, and his outstanding performance, including being the top raider in Season 9, has solidified his position. With 520 career points, including 497 raid points, Bharat’s impact has been significant.

Naveen Kumar (Dabang Delhi K.C.)
Known as the ‘Naveen Express,’ Kumar has been a cornerstone for Dabang Delhi K.C. over the last five seasons. His pivotal role in their PKL Season 8 championship win and multiple MVP awards highlight his consistent excellence.

Mohit Goyat (Puneri Paltan)
Joining Puneri Paltan in Season 8, Goyat quickly became a crucial player, earning the Emerging Player of the Season award in his debut year. His contributions were vital in both PKL Season 9 and the title-winning PKL Season 10.

Aslam Inamdar (Puneri Paltan)
Inamdar has been with Puneri Paltan since his debut in Season 8. As captain in Season 10, he played a crucial role in leading his team to their first title, earning the MVP award in the process.

Sumit (U.P. Yoddhas)
Sumit has been a reliable defender for U.P. Yoddhas since Season 7, showcasing exceptional skills with 254 tackle points across 89 matches.

Nitesh Kumar (U.P. Yoddhas)
Signed by U.P. Yoddhas in Season 5, Kumar is renowned for his defensive prowess, holding the record for most tackle points in a single season and continuing to be a defensive leader.

Surender Gill (U.P. Yoddhas)
Joining in Season 7, Gill has been a star raider for U.P. Yoddhas, scoring 510 points across 65 matches, despite a setback due to injury in Season 10.

Neeraj Kumar (Patna Pirates)
With Patna Pirates since Season 7, Kumar has been a stalwart in the right-cover position, amassing 172 tackle points throughout his career.

Narender Kandola (Tamil Thalaivas)
Since joining Tamil Thalaivas in Season 9, Kandola has been instrumental in their raiding strategy, scoring 243 raid points in Season 9 alone.

Saurabh Nandal (Bengaluru Bulls)
Nandal has been a dependable defender for Bengaluru Bulls since Season 7, contributing 246 tackle points over his tenure.

Ankush (Jaipur Pink Panthers)
A defensive key player for Jaipur Pink Panthers since Season 9, Ankush played a pivotal role in their championship win and continued to be a defensive force in Season 10.

These players have shown remarkable consistency and dedication, making significant impacts on their teams without ever being part of the auction process.