UTTAR PRADESH KABADDI LEAGUE’S newest franchise, Gazab Ghaziabad, has announced actor Tusshar Kapoor as its co-owner. The team is led by primary owners Lakhsya Sharma and Deepak Singh.
Kapoor’s entry into the franchise stems from his interest in supporting homegrown sport. His association brings an experienced perspective to the team’s leadership, while his presence as a Bollywood figure is expected to boost the franchise’s visibility and expand its fanbase.
Kapoor said, “I’m excited to join Gazab Ghaziabad as Co-owner. Kabaddi continues to grow as a sport across the country, and I am happy to be a part of it. My best wishes to Sambhav and the entire UPKL team for the upcoming season. Apna Bharat, Apna Khel, Khel Raha Hai Mera Pradesh.”
Team owners Sharma and Singh expressed, “Tusshar joins us at a moment when we are shaping the foundations of Gazab Ghaziabad. As a new team, we are still defining our identity, and having someone with his clarity and grounded approach helps us move in the direction we envision. His involvement offers the players and our support staff a steady presence as we begin building the team from the ground up.”
SJ Uplift Kabaddi CEO Aishwarya Gautam added, “At the league level, we see ownership participation as an important part of UPKL’s long-term structure. Tusshar joining Gazab Ghaziabad reflects a growing interest from individuals who want to contribute to the sport in a meaningful, steady way. Each such association helps strengthen the ecosystem we’re building across the franchises.”
