PKL 12: List of all corners of each team for Pro Kabaddi 2025

Bengaluru Bulls and Dabang Delhi have made changes in both their corners.

The Pro Kabaddi League season 12 (PKL 12) auction concluded on 1st June, and all teams have finalized their squads. Few teams have retained their existing corner duos, while most of the teams have made changes. This season, all teams will expect good performances from their corner duos, as there is a saying that “raiders win you matches, while defenders win you tournaments.”

Haryana Steelers followed the same strategy last season, and they were the best defensive unit. As a result, they won the title last season. On that note, let’s look at the corner duos of each team for Pro Kabaddi 2025.

1. Bengaluru Bulls – Yogesh Dahiya and Ankush Rathee

The right corner specialist, Yogesh Dahiya, who played for Dabang Delhi last season, had an exceptional season with 75 tackle points in 22 matches, making him the 4th best defender of the season.

The left corner specialist, Ankush, was the best defender for Jaipur Pink Panthers last season, scoring 68 points in 23 matches. Bengaluru Bulls bought him at his base price of Rs 30 lakh.

2. Bengal Warriorz – Nitesh Kumar and Ashish Malik

Nitish Kumar was a part of the Bengal Warriorz last season and will wear the Bengal jersey once again this season. He scored 59 tackle points in 21 matches and will be the right corner for the team.

Ashish Malik, who played for Dabang Delhi last season, had a decent run with 46 tackle points in 21 matches. He has joined the Warriorz this season and will try to perform better in the upcoming season.

3. Dabang Delhi – Fazel Atrachali and Amir Hossein Bastami

Dabang Delhi have strengthened their defence by acquiring the experienced Iranian duo. Veteran Fazel Atrachali, who played for Bengal last season, scored 59 tackle points in 19 matches. He will now lead Delhi’s defence.

Amir Hossein Bastami, who played for Tamil Thalaivas last season, scored 49 tackle points in 22 matches. He will partner with Fazel in the corner defence position in the upcoming season.

4. Gujarat Giants – Mohammadreza Shadloui and Himanshu

The Gujarat Giants have acquired the service of last season’s MVP, Mohammadreza Shadloui. Shadloui played for Haryana in season 11 and was the best defender of the season, scoring 82 points in 24 matches.

Gujarat Giants retained Himanshu; he will be their right corner this season. He scored 44 points in 18 matches and was promising last season.

5. Haryana Steelers – Rahul Sethpal and Hardeep

Rahul Sethpal had an outstanding season last year, scoring 73 tackle points in 24 matches. Haryana Steelers retained him, and he will continue as their right corner.

Hardeep, also with Haryana last season, had limited opportunities and managed only 3 points. With Shadloui no longer in the team, Hardeep has a chance to step up and prove himself.

6. Jaipur Pink Panthers – Ronak Singh and Nitin Rawal

The right corner, Ronak Singh, was retained by Jaipur Pink Panthers under the NYP category. He showed his potential in the limited chances he has had, scoring 16 tackle points with a 52 percent tackle strike rate.

Nitin Rawal was the best defender for Bengaluru Bulls last season and had a stellar season where he scored 74 tackle points in 22 matches. This year, he will wear the Jaipur jersey.

7. Patna Pirates – Sombir and Ankit Jaglan

Sombir was with the Gujarat Giants last year and scored 27 tackle points in 14 matches. This year, he will play for the Patna Pirates and will be their right corner.

Ankit Jaglan, the left corner specialist, was retained using the FBM card. He had a brilliant last season with 79 tackle points in 25 matches, finishing as the second-best defender overall.

8. Puneri Paltan – Gaurav Khatri and Vishal Bhardwaj

The right corner specialist, Gaurav, was retained by Puneri Paltan for the upcoming season. He scored 61 points in 21 matches and was their best defender last season.

Veteran defender Vishal Bhardwaj returns this season after going unsold last year. His experience and versatility will strengthen Puneri’s defence.

9. Tamil Thailvas – Nitesh Kumar and Sagar

Tamil Thalaivas have retained both their corners for the upcoming season. Left corner Nitesh Kumar had a stellar season with 77 tackle points in 22 matches, making him the third-best defender in the league.

Right corner specialist Sagar played only one match last season due to injury. However, due to his performances in previous seasons, the team retained him.

10. Telugu Titans – Shubham Shinde and Ankit

Shubham Shinde was part of the Patna Pirates last season. He scored 56 points in 22 matches. The left corner specialist will now play for Telugu Titans and will lead the defence of Telugu Titans.

Telugu Titans retained Ankit after he showed a lot of promise last year. He was the best defender of the Titans, scoring 45 points in 22 matches.

11. U Mumba – Rinku Sharma and Lokesh Ghosliya

Rinku Sharma was retained using the FBM card. He scored 45 tackle points in 22 matches last season. He will try to perform better this year.

U Mumba retained Lokesh Ghosliya for the upcoming season. He scored 15 points with a 43 percent tackle success rate. This time he will get more opportunities and he will try to take full advantage of them.

12. UP Yoddhas – Sumit Sangwan and Hitesh

UP Yoddhas retained both their corners. Both Hitesh and Sumit performed well for the Yoddhas last season and were part of the top 10 defenders list.

Right corner, Hitesh had a brilliant season, scoring 74 tackle points in 23 matches, ranking 5th among defenders. Left corner, Sumit was equally impressive with 73 tackle points in 22 matches.

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