MUMBAI: Season VII Player auctions ended on a high note Tuesday with some big buys in Domestic Category B, which includes Manjeet bought by Puneri Paltans for Rs 6.3 million, and K Prapanjan joining the Bengal Warriors for Rs 5.55 million.
In all, a total of over Rs 500 million was spent on 200 players over three days, a big jump from the season 6 auctions.
Commenting at the closure of the auction, Anupam Goswami, CEO Mashal Sports and league commissioner VIVO Pro Kabaddi, said: “The end of the VIVO Pro Kabaddi Season VII player auction marks yet another remarkable moment for kabaddi as a sport. The squads look competitive for the upcoming season which will pave the way for an exciting season. The bidding strategies displayed by each franchise stand testament to the evolution of the sport and the league. The teams look well-balanced and are a mix of young and experienced players. I look forward to VIVO Pro Kabaddi Season VII being an exciting event for all our fans, sponsors and teams.”
Commenting on the auctions, a representative from title sponsor VIVO India, Nipun Marya, director – Brand Strategy, said: “VIVO Pro Kabaddi League is getting bigger with each passing season, and we are proud to be the sponsor of the biggest kabaddi league in the world since 2017. During the last two seasons, we have seen a great response for our products during PKL and we would like to thank the fans for all their support. Considering the gaining popularity of kabaddi among the youth, we are glad to promote the sport in the country. VIVO as a brand has always believed in promoting sports in India and our best wishes are with the all the young players making their debut this season.”
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