PKL 11 Auction Day 1 Highlights: Sachin Tanwar most expensive player; Pawan Sehrawat, Maninder retained using FBM

India men’s kabaddi stars are set to dazzle as Pro Kabaddi League player auctions (PKL 11 Auction) kick off in Mumbai on August 15th and 16th.

Star-Studded Lineup

India’s kabaddi powerhouse boasts an impressive lineup, including the formidable Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, who holds the record as the most expensive PKL player. ‘Dubki King’ Pardeep Narwal is also entering the auction for the third time in his career. Joining them is the consistent performer, Maninder Singh, fresh from his stint with the Bengal Warriors. Other Indian raiders in the spotlight include Vikash Khandola and Siddharth Desai, while defenders Bharat Hooda and Sachin Tanwar, are also hot prospects.

Iranian Contenders

The Iranian team, who narrowly lost to India in a thrilling final, brings their own set of stars to the auction. Fazel Atrachali, will be up for grabs after leading Gujarat Giants last season. PKL‘s priciest overseas signing Mohammadreza Shadloui and Mohammad Esmaeil Nabibakhsh are also in the mix. Expect fierce bidding wars and record-breaking deals as the auctions heat up.

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Categories and Base Prices

Both domestic and overseas players are categorized into four groups: Category A, B, C, and D. Within each category, players are further classified as ‘All-Rounders,’ ‘Defenders,’ and ‘Raiders.’ The base prices for each category are as follows: Category A: Rs 30 Lakh, Category B: Rs 20 Lakh, Category C: Rs 13 Lakh, and Category D: Rs 9 Lakh.

Final Bid Match (FBM) Card

Teams can retain players using the Final Bid Match (FBM) card during the auction. This card allows a team to reacquire players they had previously released for the final bid price at the auction. For example, Telugu Titans released Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, and another team bids Rs 2.5 crore for him, the Titans can use their FBM card to match that offer and reclaim him. However, if they decline to use the FBM card, the winning team will secure his services.

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