Pro Kabaddi League Honored as 'Best Sports League of the Year' at CII Sports Business Awards 2024

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) has been celebrated as the 'Best Sports League of the Year' at the CII Sports Business Awards 2024, held in New Delhi on October 18. This prestigious recognition coincided with the launch of PKL's 11th season, marking a significant milestone in the league's journey.

The award highlights the profound impact PKL has had on the Indian sports landscape, emphasizing its pivotal role in promoting kabaddi as a popular sport across the country. Anupam Goswami, the League Commissioner, expressed his excitement about the recognition, stating, "We are thrilled to receive this acknowledgment from CII. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in making Pro Kabaddi League a resounding success since its inception in 2014. As we look to the future, we are committed to taking PKL to even greater heights, further popularizing kabaddi and contributing to India’s vision of becoming a global sporting powerhouse."

In addition to PKL's accolade, the defending champions, Puneri Paltan, were honored with the 'Sports Franchise of the Year' award. Their grassroots initiative, Yuva Paltan, has been crucial in nurturing young kabaddi talent, with players like Aslam Inamdar and Mohit Goyat emerging as key contributors to the team and representing India on international platforms.

Looking ahead, Mashal Sports, the league's organizers, plan to utilize this recognition to broaden PKL's outreach, enhance fan engagement both in-person and digitally, and continue fostering kabaddi development at the grassroots level. The future appears promising for PKL as it aims to solidify its place in the hearts of sports enthusiasts across India and beyond.